Job Description
SAP S/4HANA
Test Analyst / Test Engineer Job Location :
Irvine, California, 92618 On-site Contract Position Overview We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA
Test Analyst / Test Engineer to join the Testing Workstream of our critical greenfield SAP S/4HANA
implementation. This is a high- impact role focused on designing, developing, and maintaining comprehensive test scenarios that ensure the quality, integrity, and business readiness of the new S/4HANA solution. You will work closely with the Solution Delivery team, Business Analysts, Functional Consultants, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Business Process Owners (BPOs), and Training/OCM teams to translate approved Business Process Design Documents (BPDDs), SAPARC outputs, and Fit-to-Standard analysis into detailed, traceable test scenarios. This role is central to our SAP Activate-aligned testing strategy, supporting multiple cycles of System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Mock Go-Live rehearsals, and Hypercare. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and has strong expertise in creating end-to-end test cases for complex SAP implementations, particularly with integration points (including Shopify DTC interfaces). Key Responsibilities Master and Detailed Test Scenario Creation:
Extract and analyze requirements from Jira (via Rovo AI), BPDDs, Business Design Documents, and SAPARC. Develop comprehensive master scenarios and detailed test scripts, including preconditions, test data requirements, expected results, integration touchpoints, and Segregation of Duties (SoD) considerations. Leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude) to accelerate scenario generation while ensuring accuracy and completeness. Collaboration & Reviews:
Partner with Business Analysts, Solution Architects, and Functional Consultants during solution walkthroughs. Coordinate and facilitate SME/BPO review sessions to validate that scenarios align with business intent. Work with Training and OCM teams to ensure test scenarios support knowledge transfer and user familiarization (using tools like Tango for session recording). Test Data & Environment Management:
Define and coordinate test data requirements and preparation activities. Ensure test data supports complex scenarios including integrations, edge cases, and high-volume DTC processes. Test Execution Support:
Load and manage test cases in Panaya and maintain bi-directional synchronization with Jira. Support execution of SIT cycles (3 planned), UAT cycles (2 planned), performance testing, and Mock Go-Live dress rehearsals. Participate in defect triage, root cause analysis, and retesting. Traceability & Quality:
Maintain full traceability from requirements to test cases and defects. Contribute to test progress reporting, dashboards, and Go/No-Go readiness assessments. Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities to enhance testing efficiency using AI-assisted tools and risk-based testing approaches. Support Hypercare regression testing post go-live. Required Qualifications & Experience 5+ years of experience as a Test Analyst / Test Engineer in SAP implementations, with at least 2 3 years specifically on SAP S/4HANA
(greenfield preferred). Strong understanding of SAP Activate methodology and its testing phases (Discover, Explore, Realize, Deploy, Run). Proven expertise in creating detailed end-to-end test scenarios across core SAP modules (OTC, PTP, RTR, etc.) and cross-module integrations. Experience with Shopify DTC integrations or similar e-commerce platforms is highly desirable. Hands-on experience with testing tools:
Jira (including Rovo or similar AI extensions) Panaya (or equivalent test management tools like ALM, Azure DevOps) Test automation exposure is a plus Familiarity with AI-assisted testing tools (Claude, Copilot, etc.) and session recording tools (Tango or similar). Solid knowledge of integration testing (EDI, APIs, middleware, webhooks). Key Skills & Competencies Excellent analytical and documentation skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to translate complex functional and technical requirements into clear, executable test cases. Strong collaboration and communication skills able to work effectively with technical teams, business SMEs, and leadership. Experience in risk-based testing, defect management, and traceability matrix maintenance. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a larger testing team. Education Bachelor s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
