About the job
Runway is seeking a highly skilled and experienced API Deployment Manager to lead our API deployment and release management efforts. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of API deployments, ensuring seamless integration, optimal performance, and robust security.
As the API Deployment Manager, you will play a pivotal role in defining and implementing our API release strategy, establishing best practices, and driving automation to enhance efficiency and reliability. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and QA, to facilitate smooth and consistent API deployments across various environments. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of API architecture, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, and a strong commitment to operational excellence.
What you’ll do
- Lead and manage the end-to-end deployment lifecycle for all APIs, ensuring timely and successful releases.
- Develop and implement robust deployment strategies, processes, and best practices to streamline API releases.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and QA teams to define release requirements and ensure smooth coordination.
- Oversee the configuration, testing, and deployment of APIs across various environments (development, staging, production).
- Monitor API performance, stability, and security post-deployment, implementing proactive measures for issue resolution.
- Establish and maintain comprehensive documentation for API deployment procedures, configurations, and release notes.
- Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated API deployments, focusing on efficiency and reliability.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for deployment processes, tools, and infrastructure.
- Manage and mentor a team of deployment specialists, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in API management, deployment, and security.
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in API deployment, release management, or DevOps roles, with a strong focus on APIs.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex API deployments in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- In-depth knowledge of API design principles, RESTful APIs, and related technologies (e.g., OpenAPI/Swagger).
- Expertise in CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) and experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation and deployment tasks.
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail.
