ABOUT US

At BASF Digital Hub Madrid we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes, helping to strengthen BASF´s position as the digital leader in the chemical industry. We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities.

We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. We value diversity and believe that varied perspectives enhance our team´s effectiveness. Our hiring practices are designed to ensure equal opportunity for all candidates.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

We are seeking an experienced IT Release Manager with a specialized focus on Salesforce and Copado to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of release management processes, change management, and deployment strategies within Salesforce environments, augmented by expertise in Copado for continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD).

This role involves managing the end-to-end release lifecycle, ensuring that new software releases are planned, scheduled, coordinated, and deployed efficiently and effectively.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Release Management:
- Develop and maintain release management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
- Plan release windows and cycles, balancing the need for new features with system stability and performance.
- Coordinate and communicate release activities across various teams including development, QA, and operations.

Salesforce Administration:
- Oversee the deployment of Salesforce configurations, customizations, and integrations.
- Ensure the maintenance of Salesforce environments, including sandbox refreshes and production deployments.
- Collaborate with Salesforce developers to ensure seamless integration and release of new features and enhancements.

Copado Expertise:
- Utilize Copado tools to manage and automate the deployment pipeline.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD processes using Copado, ensuring consistent and reliable deployments.
- Train and mentor team members on Copado best practices and usage.

Change Management:
- Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth transitions and adoption of new releases.
- Monitor and control changes to the production environment, minimizing disruption and ensuring compliance with governance policies.

MORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks in the release process and develop mitigation strategies.
- Conduct post-release reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.

Collaboration and Communication:
- Act as a liaison between IT and business stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication throughout the release process.
- Facilitate release planning meetings and status updates, providing transparency and visibility into release progress.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

- Bachelor´s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT release management, with a strong focus on Salesforce.
- Proven expertise in using Copado for CI/CD processes.
- Salesforce Administrator and/or Developer certifications preferred.
- Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps principles.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong leadership and project management skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

- A secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing is always our top priority.
- Flexible work schedule and Home-office options, so that you can balance your working life and private life.
- Learning and development opportunities
- 23 holiday days per year
- 5 additional days (readjustment)
- 2 cultural days
- A collaborative, trustful and innovative work environment
- Being part of an international team and work in global projects
- Relocation assistance to Madrid provided