Release Manager
As our Release Manager, you'll be the one making sure code moves smoothly through our development environments. You’ll coordinate release activities and work closely with teams across the company to plan, track, and manage releases. With your sharp eye for detail and strong organizational skills, you’ll bring together the work of multiple project teams and package their code into well-timed, high-quality releases. Coolbet operates in a highly regulated environment. This role requires obtaining a gaming license in any jurisdiction in which the company operates, and this position requires the ability to secure and maintain a license in all relevant jurisdictions. A gaming license application utilizes personal data, a criminal and credit check, and fingerprints. Coolbet will cover all costs and provide access to an Identity Protection program. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics, and traits make us better at serving customers. So please, come as you are!
- Organize and manage code releases to keep our delivery process running smoothly.
- Coordinate sprint, mid-sprint, and emergency releases.
- Plan, track, and manage risks while keeping stakeholders informed on release progress.
- Collaborate closely with teams across different locations.
- Anticipate and mitigate risks that could impact release schedules.
- Monitor execution and share updates on key release milestones.
- Drive continuous improvements by applying lessons learned.
- Spot opportunities to automate manual processes and bring innovative solutions.
- Strong technical competence with solid logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with version control tools.
- Experience with DevOps tools like Jenkins.
- Basic knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes is an advantage.
- Scripting skills (Shell, Python, or similar) - enough to troubleshoot or automate repetitive steps.
- Experience using Jira for release management or project tracking.
- Ability to independently organize, prioritize, and complete work with attention to detail.
- Self-starter with a positive, forward-thinking mindset.
- A true team player who communicates clearly and effectively.
- Well organized and motivated, able to perform under tight deadlines.
- Enjoy 28 days of vacation with the option to use your balance on business days only, effectively giving you up to 10 extra days off. Combined with flexible working hours, you can make the most of your time off.
- Elevate your well-being with monthly sports/health compensation, full sick leave coverage for the first 8 days, our in-house gym, and a chill games room to unwind.
- Unlock a generous Supplemental Training Program that includes training and company-wide knowledge-sharing opportunities to fuel your growth.
- Our office is a cozy (and dog-friendly) haven right in the heart of the city. Enjoy complimentary fruits and beverages and free parking. It's the perfect place to be productive and feel right at home.
- Be part of the most legendary events and make amazing connections with colleagues from across the entire company.
- Comprehensive relocation support for a smooth transition.
- We foster innovation and independence while celebrating success in a multicultural and diverse company, where you'll work alongside people from around the globe.
- ..plus, if you're not already a pro, we'll teach you how to play poker!
Coolbet is an online sportsbook, casino and poker operator launched in 2016 in Tallinn, Estonia. Known for its transparent, design-led betting product, it operates in regulated markets under Estonian, Swedish and other European licences. Coolbet is the business-to-consumer brand of GAN Limited, which acquired its parent company, Vincent Group, in 2021; GAN is itself now part of Sega Sammy Holdings. The company remains headquartered in Tallinn and is recognised for its sports betting, casino and poker offering across Northern Europe, Latin America and Canada.
