Staff Portfolio Release Manager

Position:
Staff Portfolio Release Manager

Company:
Priceline

Compensation:
$135,000 - $150,000 CAD

Location:
Canada, Toronto

Employment type:
Full time

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (2 days in-office)

Short Summary:
As a Staff Portfolio Release Manager supporting Data and AI/ML Platforms, you will orchestrate the delivery of platform capabilities that power analytics and machine learning across Priceline. You will drive alignment and release coordination across multiple teams, ensuring quality and operational readiness.

Responsibilities:
- Own and maintain the portfolio release calendar for Data and AI/ML Platforms.
- Orchestrate complex, cross-functional releases involving data pipelines and AI/ML model platforms.
- Ensure releases align with strategic business initiatives and platform roadmaps.
- Manage risks to release quality and platform stability.
- Serve as the central point of coordination for Data and AI/ML Platform releases.
- Continuously improve release management processes and tooling.
- Define and report on release health metrics.

Requirement:
- 10+ years of experience in Agile delivery, Technical Program Management, or Release Management.
- Deep understanding of release management in Product Operating Models (POMs).
- Experience leading complex release planning across Data Platforms and AI/ML platforms.
- Fluent in Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

Benefits:
- Health & wellness coverage including medical, dental, and mental health resources.
- Generous time off including PTO, holidays, and paid volunteer days.
- Work/life support including the ability to work remotely and parental leave.
- Financial security programs such as retirement plans and life coverage.
- Signature travel perks including employee discounts on hotels and flights.
- A people-first culture with Employee Resource Groups and recognition programs.