Entry Level Release Manager Jobs
New grad release manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or hands-on project work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote 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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Entry Level Release Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level release manager job?
Entry level release manager roles reward candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with release pipelines, version control systems like Git, and basic Agile or DevOps concepts. Internship experience coordinating software deployments is a strong differentiator, but a portfolio showing personal or academic projects with documented release processes can carry equal weight. Certifications in ITIL or Agile fundamentals also help a junior candidate stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level release managers?
Companies hiring entry level release managers right now include Stellantis, Capgemini, and Akraya, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from mid-size technology firms and larger enterprises building out structured DevOps or release engineering teams who are willing to train junior candidates.
Are there remote entry level release manager jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer size and industry. About 24% of entry level release manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, making this a more flexible field than many comparable junior technical roles. Hybrid arrangements are especially common at companies that prefer new team members to onboard in person before working independently.
Are these new grad release manager jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as the requirement, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying experience, or mentions a portfolio in place of a work history. Recent graduates entering release management from computer science, information systems, or IT backgrounds fit well at this level.
Which industries hire the most entry level release managers?
Entry Level release manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Automotive, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run frequent software release cycles and need junior coordinators to support deployment scheduling, change management processes, and cross-team communication under more experienced engineers.