Release Manager

1 Month ago • 3 Years + • Game Production

Job Summary

Job Description

The Release/Launch Manager at VOID Interactive will be responsible for ensuring smooth, timely, and high-quality game releases for Ready or Not. This includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to define scope and scheduling, developing release plans, identifying and mitigating potential bottlenecks, coordinating with QA, maintaining a high-quality bar for releases, managing the end-to-end release process, and conducting post-launch reviews. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in release management within the gaming industry, AAA experience with at least one shipped title, a solid understanding of software development lifecycles and game development pipelines, exceptional communication skills, proficiency in project management tools (Jira, Confluence), and demonstrated success working remotely.
Must have:
  • 3+ years release management experience in gaming
  • AAA game experience (at least one shipped title)
  • Understanding of software development lifecycles
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Jira and Confluence
  • Experience with global releases (bonus)
  • Remote work success

Job Details

Please note: For Irish residents/citizens, this role is offered as a full-time employee position. For applicants based outside of Ireland, this role will be offered as a contractor position.


We're VOID Interactive, the kickass team behind the best-selling FPS game, Ready or Not. We're made up of some seriously talented individuals who love games and creating awesome content together. We’re seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Release/Launch Manager to join us remotely and help us elevate Ready or Not to new heights. Our goal is strong: to establish Ready or Not as the quintessential FPS of our time.  

As our Release/Launch Manager, you'll be in charge of ensuring smooth, timely and high-quality game releases. Working hand-in-hand with producers, developers, QA teams and marketing, you'll orchestrate every detail of our release pipeline. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and get a kick out of seeing a plan come together, continue reading!

In this role, you'll be in charge of:

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define scope and scheduling for game updates and major releases.
  • Development of detailed, actionable release plans, ensuring all stakeholders understand deliverables, timelines and dependencies
  • Identification of potential bottlenecks of pitfalls early and work with the teams to implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Coordination with QA to ensure thorough testing, triage and resolution of issues before any updates
  • Maintaining a high-quality bar for all releases, championing best practices and continuous improvement.
  • Manage end-to-end release process, including preparing release documentation, final approvals and live deployment
  • Conduct post-launch reviews, gathering feedback to refine our processes and boost future launches.


What you'll bring to the team:

  • 3+ years of proven experience in release management, or a similar role within the gaming industry.
  • AAA experience - at least one shipped title (bonus points if you've managed global releases!).
  • Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, game development pipelines and best practices for launch readiness.
  • Exceptional communication skills, being able to ensure that all teams are aligned and aware of the project goals.
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira and Confluence
  • Strong organisational skills.
  • Demonstrated success working remotely.


If this sounds like you, please submit your resume, and an optional, brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are excited about this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how you can contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional gameplay experiences!

Please note that salary is determined based on the location of the applicant, market rates, and experience.

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