Manage and oversee Salesforce release and deployment processes across environments. • Implement and maintain Source-Driven Deployment practices using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies. • Administer and optimize CI/CD pipelines leveraging GitLab for automated deployments. • Handle Salesforce Metadata Deployments, ensuring accuracy and consistency across orgs. • Create, manage, and deploy Salesforce packages (1GP or 2GP), with clear understanding of Managed and Unmanaged packages. • Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, YAML, or Bash (with a strong preference for YAML or Python) to streamline deployment processes. • Define,implement, and enforce quality gates in the deploymentlifecycle to ensure high-quality, error-free releases. • Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to coordinate release schedules and ensure minimal disruption to business operations. • Troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues promptly, providing clear documentation and root-cause analysis. • Champion best practices in Salesforce DevOps, including version control, branching strategies, and automated testing.