Avaloq Release Manager

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Project description

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Avaloq Release Manager to lead and manage the release management lifecycle for Avaloq Core Banking System implementations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the deployment of software releases, patches, and updates across different environments. This role demands strong organizational skills, an understanding of Avaloq's architecture, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth, timely, and successful releases.

Responsibilities

• Execution of all Avaloq release and environment management services Avaloq (ACP, AFP, ACPR) through release lifecycle, e.g. integration of changes and deployment into test environments on IBM and OpenShift stacks

• Close collaboration with Test Management and Release Delivery Services to ensure high quality releases

• Planning and execution of deployment activities including active participation in cutover management

• Support of release management and development related tool set, e.g. rolling out new ICEWorkbench versions, administration and optimization of ADAI stack inclusive of the integration robot; building into the code assistant to ensure coding quality

• Set up and monitoring of ACP and ACPR environments, regular execution of environment health and sanity checks, troubleshooting and resolution of environment issues

• Continuous identification of improvements in processes and quality of services

• Troubleshooting integration / server installation / tooling issues

• Delivery of consulting services and support to other departments for technology and deployment (e.g. software developers)

• Gatekeeping for Avaloq environments (assisting with code reviews, code audit, ASMD reviews, development factory, system performance monitoring where required)

• Contact person for Avaloq Release Management (release planning, downloads, issue raising and resolution)

• Assistance with Avaloq / Oracle / Firmware upgrades

Skills

Must have

Education & Certification:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Avaloq Certification is a must.

Experience:

5+ years of experience working with Avaloq Core Banking System, with at least 2 years in a release management role.

Experience managing complex software releases in the financial services industry.

Strong background in IT change management, configuration management, and deployment best practices.

Technical Skills:

In-depth knowledge of Avaloq Core Banking System, including configuration, development, and parameterization.

Experience with release management tools and CI/CD pipelines.

Strong understanding of change management processes and tools.

Familiarity with database management (SQL/Oracle) and software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Knowledge of scripting languages and automation tools is a plus.

Soft Skills:

Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines under pressure.

Nice to have

Avaloq Certification and/or knowledge

ADAI and/or ACPR knowledge

Automic Certification and/or knowledge

Track record in Avaloq Release Management technical & planning/controlling tasks

Knowledge of JIRA and Confluence

PL-SQL, UNIX and Linux skills

OpenShift stack knowledge

Other

Languages

English: C1 Advanced

Seniority

Senior