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Engineering Operations Engineer - Cloud Releases (Contract)

Sonatus is a well-funded, fast-paced, and fast-growing company whose technologies and software help automakers build dynamic software-defined vehicles. With two generations of solutions already on the road with a top global OEM, our vehicle and cloud software solutions are at the forefront of the digital transformation of vehicles. The Sonatus team is a talented and diverse collection of technology and automotive specialists hailing from many of the most prominent companies in their respective industries.

Sonatus is a leader in providing technologies and software to global OEMs to build software-defined vehicles. We are looking for a highly motivated Release Engineer as part of Engineering Operations to join our fast-growing team. In this position, you will be responsible for managing the release lifecycle, emphasizing efficiency, automation, and coordination of releases. This role focuses on automating the release management process, including scheduling, version control, and documentation, rather than infrastructure or deployment-related automation. We are looking to fill this position in the Sunnyvale, California or Mississauga area of Canada.

Duties and Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automation tools to streamline release processes, including version control, release scheduling, and notifications.
Implement and improve scripts and tools to automate repetitive tasks in release management, focusing on efficiency and accuracy.
Coordinate with engineering, product, and QA teams to create reliable release schedules and ensure all stakeholders are informed.
Establish and document best practices for version control, release branching strategies, and release notes.
Manage release documentation, including creating detailed release notes, feature lists, and known issues, leveraging automation where possible.
Conduct release reviews and post-release retrospectives to identify and implement process improvements.
Monitor release timelines and milestones, utilizing automated alerts to keep teams updated on release readiness.
Ensure all release-related activities are tracked in release management tools, developing custom automations to enhance tool functionality.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in release management, with a strong focus on process automation.
Proficient with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to support release-related automation.
Experience with release management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with a focus on automation and efficiency.
Good knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g. Docker)
Strong communication skills for effective cross-functional coordination.

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience with CI/CD tools and concepts (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Argo CD), though responsibility for pipeline management lies with separate teams.
Familiarity with cloud cost management and optimization strategies.
Prior experience automating release processes for distributed, multi-team environments.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Understanding of security and compliance requirements in release management.
Knowledge of observability and monitoring tools/frameworks (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, OpenTelemetry).

Average salary estimate

$105000 / YEARLY (est.)

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What You Should Know About Engineering Operations Engineer - Cloud Releases (Contract), Sonatus

Are you ready to take on an exciting opportunity as an Engineering Operations Engineer - Cloud Releases at Sonatus? Join a dynamic, well-funded company that's transforming the automotive industry with cutting-edge software solutions for software-defined vehicles. In this contract role, you'll be diving into the intricacies of the release lifecycle, honing in on process automation that's all about making things smoother and more efficient. Picture yourself crafting automation tools that streamline release schedules, version control, and notifications, while collaborating closely with various teams to ensure alignment and communication. Your expertise in scripting languages like Python or Bash will play a crucial role in crafting solutions that boost accuracy and efficiency in release management. You'll be responsible for documenting best practices and managing release documentation—creating detailed release notes and identifying areas for process improvement. This is not just a job; it’s a chance to make a real impact in a high-energy environment with talented professionals from diverse backgrounds. If you're motivated, have a knack for project management, and are familiar with tools like Jira and Git, we’d love for you to bring your talents to our Sunnyvale, California or Mississauga, Canada location! Let’s redefine the future of vehicles together at Sonatus.

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What does an Engineering Operations Engineer - Cloud Releases do at Sonatus?

As an Engineering Operations Engineer - Cloud Releases at Sonatus, you will focus on managing the entire release lifecycle, ensuring efficiency and automation in processes. Your responsibilities will include developing automation tools, maintaining release documentation, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and establishing best practices for version control and release schedules.