Notionmindz Technology - SIT Environment Manager/Lead

Job Title : SIT Environment Manager / Lead.Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Department : QA / IT Infrastructure / Release Management.Job SummaryWe are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented SIT Environment Manager / Lead to oversee the setup, coordination, and maintenance of System Integration Testing (SIT) environments. This role ensures quality, reliability, and consistency across multiple environments and is accountable for the full lifecycle of SIT environment management, including build planning, execution, and post-deployment support.Key ResponsibilitiesSIT Environment Management : Own and manage all SIT middleware and backend environments. Coordinate SIT environment preparation based on scheduled release windows. Manage SIT branch creation, code/content merging from UAT, and backend leasing. Perform SIT environment shake-down and sanity testing before handover. Maintain updated SIT systems reflecting project team changes.Build Management Plan daily SIT builds post 6 PM KSA time, or coordinate emergency builds with RM/Env Manager approval. Oversee build execution (WFE and SG components) and sanity testing. Review and approve the first SIT build against defined entry criteria. Ensure DIT testing results, security scans, and BA sign-offs are attached to SIT build requests.Coordination & Collaboration Coordinate among Dev, QA, and Release Management teams to ensure smooth SIT execution. Lead defect triage calls, prioritize resolution of high/medium severity issues. Support post-deployment (PD) activities and resolve environmental issues during testing.Team Leadership & Oversight Manage an environment support team handling daily operations. Validate deployment packages and enforce release control checks. Educate and train employees on SIT procedures and environmental responsibilities.Process & Policy Development Define strategies and procedures for environment management and minimize release risks. Document lessons learned and improvement areas post-release. Develop internal policies, training materials, and audit frameworks to maintain environment quality and compliance.Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. 10 12 years of experience in environment management, preferably in QA, DevOps, or release roles. Strong experience in SIT/DIT environment setup, code branch management, and build execution. Knowledge of middleware systems, WebLogic, certificate management, and patching. Familiarity with security scans, defect triage, and release management processes. Excellent coordination, communication, and documentation skills.Preferred Skills Experience with CI/CD tools, version control systems (e.g., Git), and automated deployment tools. Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies. Previous experience managing large-scale releases and multiple environment configurations.(ref:hirist.tech)