Entry Level Release Engineer Jobs
New grad release engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work in build automation, CI/CD pipelines, or scripting can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Stellantis, Capgemini, and Akraya hiring at this level now.
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The candidate will be responsible for the Design, development and release of Advanced Driver Assist (ADAS) components - long/short range radar, cameras (human/machine vision), ultrasonic sensors, and associated processing ECUs. Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Program & supplier management
Open issue tracking with proactive issue resolution
Delivery to all vehicle program milestones, and all aspects of cradle to grave release activity (specifications, sourcing documents, engineering change management, requirements clarification and cross-functional team alignment, generate program development timelines, lead component packaging, component/system HW/SW validation plans, develop ECU diagnostics, conduct HW/SW design reviews, author/review/approve FMEAs & DVPRs, PFMEA reviews, process standards, in-plant calibrations, launch support, safe-launch plan development, identify quality improvements, rapid response to warranty, technical cost reductions, etc.).
Responsible for risk identification and maintaining detailed risk assessment, mitigation, and management plans with frequent updates to senior leadership.
Work closely with ADAS Functional Integration engineers and cross-functional teams to execute and validate complex ADAS systems.
Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
Minimum 1 year design and release experience with automotive ECUs (electronic modules)
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced work environment; requires minimal direction
Experience with any of DFMEA, PFMEA, DVPR, DV, PV, validation
Logical thinker who can sort through complex issues in pursuit of a resolution
Detail oriented, results driven Engineer with
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Docs
Excellent program management and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with design, development, and release of ADAS systems/components
Experience with DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and DVPRs
Familiar with CAN/LIN/LVDS communication protocols and troubleshooting tools
Experience in root cause and DFSS techniques (is-is not, 5-why, DMAIC, 8D, 5-penny, fishbone/fault-tree analysis)
Experience using Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer)
The candidate will be responsible for the Design, development and release of Advanced Driver Assist (ADAS) components - long/short range radar, cameras (human/machine vision), ultrasonic sensors, and associated processing ECUs. Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Program & supplier management
Open issue tracking with proactive issue resolution
Delivery to all vehicle program milestones, and all aspects of cradle to grave release activity (specifications, sourcing documents, engineering change management, requirements clarification and cross-functional team alignment, generate program development timelines, lead component packaging, component/system HW/SW validation plans, develop ECU diagnostics, conduct HW/SW design reviews, author/review/approve FMEAs & DVPRs, PFMEA reviews, process standards, in-plant calibrations, launch support, safe-launch plan development, identify quality improvements, rapid response to warranty, technical cost reductions, etc.).
Responsible for risk identification and maintaining detailed risk assessment, mitigation, and management plans with frequent updates to senior leadership.
Work closely with ADAS Functional Integration engineers and cross-functional teams to execute and validate complex ADAS systems.
Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
Minimum 1 year design and release experience with automotive ECUs (electronic modules)
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced work environment; requires minimal direction
Experience with any of DFMEA, PFMEA, DVPR, DV, PV, validation
Logical thinker who can sort through complex issues in pursuit of a resolution
Detail oriented, results driven Engineer with
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Docs
Excellent program management and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with design, development, and release of ADAS systems/components
Experience with DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and DVPRs
Familiar with CAN/LIN/LVDS communication protocols and troubleshooting tools
Experience in root cause and DFSS techniques (is-is not, 5-why, DMAIC, 8D, 5-penny, fishbone/fault-tree analysis)
Experience using Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer)
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- Stellantis3
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- Akraya2
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- General Motors (GM)2
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Entry Level Release Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level release engineer job?
Entry level release engineer employers look for hands-on familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI, even from personal projects or internships. A portfolio that shows you've automated a build, managed a deployment pipeline, or written infrastructure-as-code scripts gives you a concrete edge. Certifications in cloud platforms and contributions to open-source projects also strengthen an entry level application at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level release engineers?
Companies hiring entry level release engineers right now include Stellantis, Capgemini, and Akraya, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Both large technology firms and mid-size software companies actively hire at this level, often through campus recruiting programs, internship-to-hire pipelines, and direct applications from recent graduates.
Are there remote entry level release engineer jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles are still common at the entry level. About 24% of entry level release engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so fully remote options exist but candidates willing to consider on-site or hybrid positions will find a broader set of openings to apply to when starting out.
Are these new grad release engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior release engineer roles. A posting is typically new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or project work in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates with a strong portfolio. If a role says 'junior' or lists degree requirements without a strict experience minimum, it is worth applying to as a new grad.
Which industries hire the most entry level release engineers?
Entry Level release engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they run continuous deployment cycles and need engineers who can build and maintain release pipelines, making entry level positions a practical on-ramp into DevOps and platform engineering careers.