Software Release Manager

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.  3+ years of experience supporting Salesforce applications.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle and quality control practices.
• Experience and training with project management practices, frameworks, and methodologies (Agile/Scrum/Waterfall).
• Experience with environment management, release management, code versioning, deployment methodologies, DevOps practices, and CI/CD tools.
• Experience in developing, testing, and deploying applications.
• Experience with Salesforce administration (Sales Cloud and Force.com applications).
• Experience with SFDC Administrative tasks like creating Profiles, Roles, Users, Page Layouts, Email Services, Reports, Dashboards, Tasks, and Events. 
• Experience working with Salesforce platform metadata.
• Experience with database design concepts and use of SOQL, SOSL, and SQL.
• Experience with API and Web Services (REST/SOAP/Bulk). 
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and programming tools.
• Ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods.
• Ability to define and solve logical problems for highly technical applications.
• Ability to recognize and recommend needed changes to software development practices and procedures.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical clients.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with DevOps tools such as Git, Jenkins, or Puppet.
• Experience with integration platforms and data synchronization tools (Sesame Relational Junction, Informatica, SnapLogic).
• Experience in leading, coaching, and mentoring technical teams of varying skill levels.
• Experience with Salesforce Developer Experience (DX). 
• Experience with team collaboration tools such as Confluence, Jira, or Basecamp.

Certifications and Licenses

• Salesforce certification credentials a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand.
• Rarely use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions

• May work extended hours, evenings, and weekends.

Work Standards

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to stay in sync with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in Stanford's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Why Stanford is for You:

• Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun.  Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts, and more.
• Redwood City. Our new Stanford Redwood City campus is the workplace for approximately 2,700 staff, including University IT, whose jobs are important to supporting the University’s mission.  The campus offers amenities such as onsite cafes and a dining pavilion, a high-end fitness facility with an outdoor pool, and a childcare center for Stanford families.

We are not able to provide relocation or sponsorship for this position.

How to Apply

We invite you to apply for this role by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. Please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter along with your online application.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.