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SAP Release Manager

ConfidentialBengaluru / Bangalore

7 days ago

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Software Release Engineering
Lead and mentor the SAP release engineering team for complex SAP Greenfield implementations within regulated business landscape
Define and implement release management strategies, ensuring high-quality software releases
Deep understanding of SAP S / 4 HANA landscape
Develop and maintain retrofitting to automate SAP deployment and integration releases for different SAP projects running within Booking SAP landscape
Deep understanding of SAP BASIS is must-have along with understanding of SAP modules (OTC / FICA)
Worked in SAP Greenfield implementations and implemented
Establish best practices for SAP release governance
Manage version control strategies within SAP and in-depth knowledge of SAP authorization concepts and SAP security best practices
Troubleshoot import issues and simulate Code migrations to Production
Use Developer / repository tools like Git / ACDC
Highlight Code impact analysis activities with Changes and manage active Risk profile for large Code changes
Risk Management and Mitigation
Proactively identify and assess potential risks associated with releases
Monitor releases for potential issues and escalate concerns promptly
Continuous Improvement and Automation
Analyze release performance metrics and identify areas for improvement
Implement automation tools and processes to streamline release activities and reduce manual effort
Champion the adoption of DevOps principles and best practices within the SAP landscape
Familiarity with Software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Qualifications

Extensive SAP Experience

11+ yrs. of experience in SAP BASIS administration, SAP Release management

Deep understanding of SAP system landscape, transport management, and change management processes

Proven expertise in managing complex SAP releases involving multiple systems and modules

Managing a Team of Developers (ABAP) + SAP BASIS + Functional as a group

Hands-on experience with SAP Solution Manager (ChaRM) or other release management tools

Strong knowledge of SAP authorization concepts and security best practices

Possess experience in designing, operating, and improving release, change request, and test management processes

Have hands-on experience with SAP TMS and SAP Change Control (ChaRM)

Cross-Functional Knowledge

Strong understanding of SAP modules (e.g., FI / CO, and FICA)

Experience collaborating with diverse teams (DevOps, ABAP, Security, infrastructure, SAP FI Teams, Business Teams)

Technical Skills

In-depth knowledge of SAP BASIS technologies (e.g., NetWeaver, HANA, ABAP)

Experience with operating systems (Linux, Windows) and databases (Oracle, HANA, SQL Server) (Good to have experience)

Scripting skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation are a plus. (Good to have experience)

Experience with functional business processes or previous experience on a Techno-functional role

Leadership and Communication

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work in complex software releases

Ability to influence and build consensus across different teams and stakeholders

Proven ability to manage complex SAP releases in complex Systems Landscape

Preferences

Experience with cloud-based SAP solutions (e.g., S / 4HANA Cloud, SAP BTP)

Certifications in SAP Basis, ITIL, or project management

Experience with DevOps tools and Automation frameworks

Background in project management, with experience in SAP ERP projects or ERP support organizations being a plus

Skills Required

Sap Basis, Automation, Release management, Risk Management

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