Release Manager at Nomba (Formerly Kudi)

Nomba, launched in 2017 as "Kudi.ai", is a chatbot that responds to financial requests on social apps. Nomba has since evolved to empower independent businesses to act as neighborhood banks offering basic financial services such as cash withdrawal, transfer and bill payments to all Nigerians, especially those in underserved communities. Today we process more than $500m in payments monthly.

With a vision to enable economic prosperity by supercharging businesses to run efficiently and meet their goals, nomba is making it easier for businesses to accept payments, make payments and manage their operations. With over 250 employees and more than 150,000 businesses on our platform across the country, we are creating a distinct gateway into the digital economy by providing businesses with access to everyday tools that simplify payments and drive their growth. With these easy-to-use tools, businesses of all sizes can now accept, process and manage payments online and offline while optimizing their operations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Release Manager

Location: Lekki, Lagos (Remote)

About the Position

• Coordinate and manage the planning, development, testing, and deployment of software releases across multiple platforms, ensuring seamless integration and timely delivery.
• Work closely with product teams, the QA team, and the SRE team to establish a clear release schedule and ensure all stakeholders are informed and aligned.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the iOS and Android application review and release processes, ensuring compliance with platform-specific guidelines and requirements.
• Develop and enforce best practices for release management, including branch management, versioning, and continuous integration.
• Proactively identify and address potential risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the release lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to find effective solutions.
• Monitor the performance of releases, conducting post-mortems to identify areas for improvement and implementing changes to optimise future release processes.
• Continuously stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in release management, advocating for the adoption of new tools and processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.

About You

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in release management or a similar role, preferably within the payments or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of the iOS and Android application review and release processes.
• Familiarity with feature branches, version control systems (e.g., Git), and continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI).
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.