Build and Release manager 
  
Agilis recruitment are supporting a key client in their search of a build and release manager this is a fantastic opportunity for someone to take ownership of all Application lifecycle management and release and configuration activities associated with their on-prem and Azure cloud platforms.
  
This is a unique opportunity not to be missed and will be a crucial role working along side a talented technology team in defining and implementing their technology road map.
  
Responsibilities:

• Develop Release Management framework and implement standards, processes, and controls for configuration and release activities across the organisation.
• Architect and implement metrics required to bring transparency into the migration of code from development, testing, staging, through production.
• Setup and maintain code repositories, development branches, merges, etc. as needed for release builds.
• Design, implement and configure build environment for projects including automated builds, packaging and installation processes.
• Oversee the service reliability and software quality control for releases.
• Maintain configuration information, release history for all environments, and communication to all stakeholders.
• Maintain up to date documentation in support of the different platforms/programmes and BAU

Essential:

• Good understanding of Dev/Build/Test process in a typical software development life cycle (SDLC), using Azure DevOps and preferably with Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations exposure.
• Good knowledge of Azure DevOps Branching and code merging/code promotion and changeset management.
• Good knowledge of Azure DevOps Build Pipelines.
• Good understanding of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, and LCS tools / capabilities related to Release and Application Lifecycle. Management including a good understanding of continuous update strategy.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent problem solving and documentation skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills both written and verbal.
• Are proactive, self-motivated and independent.

Desired:

• Computer Science degree or equivalent educational qualification.
• Knowledge of Azure Cloud Infrastructure.
• Experience of Finance, Manufacturing and Distribution
• Demonstrated Stakeholder engagement.