SAP Release Engineer

The SAP Release Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing IT service releases into production, with a particular focus on SAP environments. This role ensures seamless integration of software and infrastructure changes, working across agile and traditional teams to maintain release quality and compliance.

Client Details

A progressive organisation undergoing digital transformation, with a strong focus on IT service excellence and innovation. The team operates within a corporate function, collaborating across business units to deliver scalable and secure technology solutions.

Description

• Own the end-to-end release process across SAP and non-SAP platforms.
• Define and execute release plans, including rollback and contingency steps.
• Ensure release packages are tested, verified, and production-ready.
• Automate release and rollback workflows to reduce manual effort and risk.
• Maintain accurate release records in the CMDB and ensure audit readiness.
• Monitor release progress and proactively manage risks and issues.
• Lead post-release reviews and embed lessons learned into future cycles.

Profile

• Minimum 7+ years of IT experience, including SAP release and deployment management.
• Strong understanding of ITIL processes and IT service management.
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Jenkins, Ansible, Octopus Deploy).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Preferred certifications: ITIL Foundation, CSM, RTE, PMP or equivalent.

Job Offer

Step into a high-impact role with visibility across enterprise-wide IT and SAP programmes. You'll lead automation and release innovation in a fast-paced, transformation-driven environment. Collaborate with top-tier teams in data, infrastructure, and while shaping how technology gets delivered.

Skills

SAP AND Release