Testing/Release Manager (Oracle)
MCS Group
Job Description
Oracle Testing/Release Manager Belfast or London HybridWe are working with a market leading global professional services firm to hire an experienced Oracle Testing/Release Manager into their Technology and Transformation practice. This is a senior consulting role leading testing and release management across large scale Oracle ERP implementation and enhancement programmes for high-profile clients.You will own the end-to-end testing lifecycle on complex Oracle ERP projects, designing test strategies and overseeing execution across SIT, UAT, performance and regression testing, while also leading release planning and deployment to ensure smooth, controlled transitions into production. This is a client-facing role requiring strong stakeholder management as well as technical depth.What you will be doing:Leading and managing the end-to-end testing lifecycle for Oracle ERP implementation and enhancement programmesDesigning, implementing, and overseeing test strategies across SIT, UAT, performance, and regression testingPlanning, coordinating, and executing software releases, managing deployment activities and associated riskProviding technical guidance on testing and release management best practice to project teams and clientsManaging stakeholder communications across development, business, and operations teamsContributing to continuous improvement of testing and release management capabilityWhat we are looking for:Practical experience leading testing activities on large scale Oracle ERP programmes, ideally Oracle Cloud ERP or E-Business SuiteStrong release management experience, including planning, scheduling, and deploying releases in complex environmentsUnderstanding of Oracle ERP modules and integrationsProficiency with testing tools such as Oracle Application Testing Suite, HP ALM, Jira, or Azure DevOpsExperience across Agile and Waterfall methodologies and ITIL release frameworksStrong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skillsAbility to travel when requiredMust be able to obtain UK Government SC clearanceA strong differentiator but not essential: experience with test automation tools for Oracle, understanding of DevOps and CI/CD in an Oracle context, or relevant certifications such as ISTQB, ITIL, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations.The details:Location: Belfast or LondonWorking pattern: HybridSC clearance eligibility required