Job Description

:Hello eager tech expert!To create a better future, you need to think outside the box. Thats why we at Siemens need innovators who arent afraid to push boundaries to join our diverse team of tech gurus. Got what it takes? Then help us create a lasting, positive impact!Looking for new opportunities in Product Business of Siemens? We have got you covered. We conceptualize, build, and manage Information Technology and deliver competitive advantage to our business. We are looking for IT professionals like you, who will work as Lead Product Data Migration responsible for overseeing the definition, ramp-up, and continuous operation of a data-migration factory for major platforms at Siemens, such as SAP, Salesforce, and Teamcenter. This role involves managing data migration projects, including setup, planning, execution, and testing, to ensure successful transitions to the new system. This position will function in a capacity similar to that of a Product Owner within an Agile framework, requiring close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, timely outcomes.Youll break new ground by:

• Develop and maintain a detailed cutover and release plan, outlining all activities required for the transition from legacy systems to the SAP environment.

• Develop, maintain and operationalize governance for Product Business Release Deployment decisions.

• Coordinate Release Deployments and Cutover with Agile Projects / Increments.

• Coordinate with project managers, team leads, and stakeholders to ensure all cutover activities (business and IT) are aligned and executed as planned.

• Initial set-up and structure Cutover and Release Deployment with Release Management following the Program Release Plan.

• Identify potential risks and issues related to the cutover process and develop mitigation strategies to address them.

• Ensure together with quality assurance and data migration that all necessary testing and validation activities are completed before the cutover, including mock cutovers and system tests.

• Manage the Product Cutover, collaborate with the other Cutover Managers.

• Align / Organize Cutover Standups with Process Teams and IT Partner in Product Business.

• Align / Organize Release Deployment Standups with the Process Teams to secure in-time delivery of the Increments.

• Track Cutover Execution with the affected Process Teams and Cutover Management.

• Ensure that all cutovers meet quality standards by coordinating testing, code reviews, and other quality assurance activities.

• Work with development, testing, and operations teams to ensure that all release activities are coordinated and executed smoothly.

• Collaborating with Release Management, Test Management and the Partner in Product Business.

• Provide cockpit-based progress reporting for Cutover.

• Build up network of Cutover Responsible nominated by the Agile Projects / Process Teams

• Identify opportunities for improving the cut-over process and implement the best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Youre excited to build on your existing expertise, including:

• 12+ years of proven experience in cutover and release management of SAP Implementations, deployment, or a similar role.

xc2xb7 Qualified B.E / BTech / MCA or equivalent from reputed institute.xc2xb7 Extensive experience in SAP project implementations, ideally with multiple full-cycle cutover executions.xc2xb7 Proven track record in developing and executing detailed cutover plans, including risk management and contingency planning.xc2xb7 Extensive experience in managing software releases, including planning, scheduling, and coordinating release activitiesxc2xb7 Deep understanding of various SAP S/4HANA and their integration points.xc2xb7 Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, prioritizing effectively to meet deadlines

• Certifications in Agile Release Trains or Project Management (e.g., ITIL, PMP).
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• You should have experience of working with offshore / global teams
• You should be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Proficiency in using tools like SAP Solution Manager as application lifecycle management tool for SAP.
• Proficient in modeling, documenting, and simulating business processes using SAP Signavio.
• Proven experience in ITIL processes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the stages of software development and the ability to manage releases through these stages.

Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens.This role is based out of Pune. Youll also get to visit other locations in India and beyond, so youll need to go where this journey takes you. In return, youll get the chance to work with an international team and work on global topics.

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