Manager, Technical Release Managers

Manager Of Technical Release Managers

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Manager of Technical Release Managers to lead and mentor our growing Release Operations team. This role is crucial for scaling our release processes, ensuring the team operates efficiently, and driving continuous improvement in how we deliver our products. As a manager, you will guide a team of Technical Release Managers (TRMs) who coordinate and manage the release lifecycle for our applications across multiple platforms.

You will act as the key liaison between the Release Operations team and senior leadership, advocating for the team's needs, defining strategic goals, and ensuring our release practices align with overall business objectives. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who is passionate about enabling high-performing teams and optimizing complex systems.

What We're Looking For :

• 2+ years of experience managing or leading a team of technical professionals, preferably in a release management capacity.
• 5+ years of experience in release management, software development, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and release management principles.
• A strong understanding of CI / CD concepts and tooling.
• Demonstrated experience in building, mentoring, and scaling a team of engineers or technical managers.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leadership, engineering VPs, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in establishing and monitoring key metrics (e.g., release predictability, lead time, deployment frequency) to drive data-informed decisions and improvements.
• Proficiency with project management and ticketing systems, particularly using Jira for advanced reporting and process tracking.

What You Can Expect :

USA-based roles only : The annual base salary for this role is between $168,000 USD and $228,000 USD, plus immediate participation in 1Password's benefits program (health, dental, 401k and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.

Canada-based roles only : The annual base salary for this role is between $143,000 CAD and $193,000 CAD, plus immediate participation in 1Password's generous benefits program (health, dental, RRSP and many others), utilization of our generous paid time off, an equity grant and, where applicable, participation in our incentive programs.

At 1Password, we approach each individual's compensation with a promise of fair market value and internal equity commensurate with experience and specific skill set.

Our culture

At 1Password, we prioritize collaboration, clear and transparent communication, receptiveness to feedback, and alignment with our core values : keep it simple, lead with honesty, and put people first. You'll be part of a team that challenges the status quo, and is excited to experiment and iterate in search of the best solution. That said, 1Password is not for everyone. Our work is demanding, we strive for excellence, and the pace is fast. We need people who are keen to take on challenging problems, who seek feedback to grow, and who are driven to make an impact. If you're looking for a place where you can settle into a comfortable routine, this might not be the right fit for you. We're looking for individuals who are proven experts in their fields, as well as those who are highly adaptable, can thrive in ambiguity and through change, are curious, and above all deliver results.

We are committed to leveraging cutting-edge technologyincluding AIto achieve our mission. We also understand that thinking critically about AI in its current forms will help us create better solutions for our customers and ourselves with its future forms, which will help us continue to close the gap between security and privacy and achieve our mission. We want team members at all levels to take the approach of actively learning AI best practices, identifying opportunities to apply AI in meaningful ways, and driving innovative solutions in their daily work. Embracing the future of AI isn't just encouraged at 1Passwordit's an essential part of how we will be successful at 1Password.

Our approach to remote work

We believe in the power of remote work, but recognize that in-person connection is important to help us achieve our mission. While we are a remote-first company, travel for in-person engagement is a part of almost all roles, and we require our employees to be ready and willing to take part. Frequency will depend on role and responsibilities, and may include, but is not limited to : annual department-wide offsites, team meetings, and customer / industry events.

What we offer

We believe in working hard, and rewarding that hard work through our benefits. While not an exhaustive list, here is a glance at what we currently offer :

You belong here.

1Password is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that is built on trust, support and respect. We welcome all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, citizenship, education, languages spoken or veteran status. Be yourself, find your people and share the things you love.

Accommodation is available upon request at any point during our recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please speak to your talent acquisition partner or email us at nextbit@agilebits.com and we'll work to meet your needs.

Remote work is a part of our DNA. Given that our company was founded remotely in 2005, we can safely say we're experts at building remote culture. That said, remote work at 1Password does mean working from your home country. If you've got questions or concerns about this, your talent partner would be happy to address them with you.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check that may consist of prior employment verification, reference checks, education confirmation, criminal background, publicly available social media, credit history, or other information, as permitted by local law.