Travelport

4 job(s) at Travelport

Travelport Langley, Kent
24/09/2022
Full time
PURPOSE STATEMENT Travelport is seeking an experienced Finance System Engineer , to design and support application in the Finance area, predominantly on the Oracle EBS, Concur & Orbit platforms. This individual will report to the Finance ECS Delivery Manager and will work closely with both the Finance Technical Manager and the outsourced provider/TCS team members. As part of the Travelport team, he/she is expected to manage support incident, resolution of database related issues, maintenance activities, patching, tuning etc as part of a finance system engineer role. These responsibilities will be driven in JIRA for problem management, minor enhancements or major implementations. Purpose & Key Responsibilities Arrange & manage business requirements and documentation for problems, enhancements & projects Ensure Requirements have a definition of done (BDD / TDD) for success. Perform day to day application management and coordination with managed service provider(TCS) and IaaS provider (Hitachi). Ensure Architecture and Solution Review of changes Defines and refines Features and Stories in JIRA, working with Business partners and Delivery team. Applies expert knowledge of principles and concepts in guiding the development, design, and/or maintenance of Financial systems used at Travelport (Oracle EBS, Concur & Orbit) Understands impact on adjacent systems and long-term impact of decisions and recognizes importance of compliance with architectural direction. Generates ideas to improve overall system design and/or streamline delivery of product/system. Proactively contributes to compliance with standard and best practices within application delivery. Maintains awareness of emerging technologies, industry trends, and drives adoption of software development engineering best practices eg: Agile working practices. Oversee testing of changes through to successful sign off from stakeholders. Agree deployment release content in JIRA & in co ordination with business users. Makes resource recommendation for the Delivery team needs, to ensure effective, efficient and timely delivery to commitments. Ensure proper disaster recovery procedures are in place and adhered to. Responsible for contribution and adherence to standards that ensure the integrity and security of the enterprise's data resources Provides direction and coaching to colleagues/team members/Outsourced Provider Develops/improves processes and direction, recommends and transfers knowledge. Experience Summary 5-7+ years relevant experience Proven experience with requirements gathering, configuration, implementation or support of Oracle EBS, Concur and/or Orbit systems Possess deep domain expertise and experience working across a group of related products/applications Experience in Quality Assurance, software development, project management, operations and other technical areas Strong Oracle R12 E-Business Suite experience. Worked in a Managed Service capacity using ITIL best practice. Database and Applications performance tuning knowledge. Skills / Education 4 years degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering or combination of experience and education 5-7+ years of experience in hands on delivery of financial systems projects - specifically experience of Oracle EBS Suite and BI Publisher. Experience with following skills would be desirable. Oracle E-Business Suite 12.1 Upgrades Oracle PaaS / Oracle IaaS Oracle Access Manager / Single Sign-On Unix / Linux System Administration/ Oracle WebLogic Good demonstratable understanding of Finance processes and terminology to effectively engage Finance Stakeholders. Experience of Jira for Requirements/ Story management and work management tools Experience of supporting solutions delivery for highly complex projects Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate technical information in a clear and succinct manner Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel PowerPoint) Visio as applicable
Travelport Langley, Kent
24/09/2022
Full time
Travelport is a place of opportunity. It's our incredible team that makes our company great - our people drive our winning culture. What's Travelport? Travelport is a worldwide travel retail platform. Our next-generation marketplace connects buyers and sellers that share our passion for delivering exceptional travel experiences. Unconflicted and independent, we are reinventing a simpler future for travel's complex ecosystem. What does a great BI Manager Data Insights do? The Data and Analytics team create reports and dashboards for all business units within Travelport. We are the go to team on anything to do with data! We use many different analytic tools across Travelport and the BI Manager will need to have a wide knowledge of BI tools and in specific Qlik and Cognos. The role reports into the Director and will need to work with development teams plus other stakeholders including from business, to deliver critical projects on time and within budget. The role requires a good mix of deep technical understanding of the above two technologies and also hands-on delivery management of technical projects. Responsibilities: Plan coordinate and supervise all activities related to the design and development of reporting and analytics Lead the strategic design, delivery and maintenance of the business intelligence programs Work with the team to collaboratively analyze and interpret requirements Develop and implement governance and post-implementation evaluation over all activities Has a good understanding of SOX and ensure projects delivered are compliant Identify data quality issues and support information governance by participating in necessary activities Assist in the development of and adherence to development standards Provide high level conceptual and technical expertise and understanding of data warehousing and business intelligence best practices What we look for/who would prosper in this role? The incumbent would be expected to have A deep technical understanding of Qlik An understanding of Cognos would be fantastic Experience of leading various projects on Qlik and Cognos from concept to delivery Experience in migration projects from other BI tools to Qlik Good stakeholder management skills Experience in managing an offshore team As we evolve and grow as a business, so will you. You will thrive within an inclusive and diverse workplace where you are encouraged to think differently, and have the courage, confidence & ambition to challenge what's been done before, and be bold to win! These are just a few of our employee's favourite benefits/perks... Competitive salary, 25 days holiday and a generous benefits package The opportunity to learn everything about travel and work with a company that has decades of experience in this area Working with a great dynamic team of individuals across different geographical locations Working on the best technology that the industry has to offer Interested? We'd love for you to get in touch! Please note that if your application is progressed, you may be asked to complete a self-recorded video interview, at a time that works best for you. This is your chance to bring your skills & experience to life in your own words and style. Ensure you keep an eye on your junk folder just in case our invitation finds its way there. We are an equal opportunities employer and will consider all qualified applicants purely on their skills and abilities. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation, if needed.
Travelport
22/09/2022
Full time
Senior Software Development Engineer Global Enterprise Technology Solutions Langley, UK Travelport is a place of opportunity. It's our incredible team that makes our company great - our people drive our winning culture. What's Travelport? Travelport is a worldwide travel retail platform. Our next-generation marketplace connects buyers and sellers that share our passion for delivering exceptional travel experiences. Unconflicted and independent, we are reinventing a simpler future for travel's complex ecosystem. What does a great Senior Software Development Engineer do? Working as part of the Global Enterprise Technology Solutions function, you will be the lead developer and support the day-to-day operations related to integration of applications and processes that support the People (Human Resources) function, Sales, Finance, and other business functions. You will be interacting with developers and SME from various business units to drive process improvements and synergy between applications through system integrations. Responsibilities: Support the complex delivery of business needs and partnership in the execution and delivery of applications / internal business systems aligned to Travelport technology and commercial strategy. Engages and contributes to leadership discussions to gain understanding of long-term technology impacts Ensures team goals are met and releases are delivered in a timely manner. Support scoping, sign-off and subsequent day to day management of application delivery programs/projects, ensuring that the creation of the project deliverables are completed within the specified constraints of time, cost and benefits and to the required standard of quality Interacts with and influences multiple work groups within and outside of functional area including vendors/managed service partners. Working closely with other team members ensuring functional development work, maintenance and support production activities are completed in adherence to Travelport technology standards within agreed upon timelines. Support compliance of platform, application and/or global architectural standards with COE architecture team and in compliance with Technology Enterprise Process. Generates ideas to improve overall system design and/or streamline delivery of product/system Ensures high quality design is delivered on time and to specifications. Focused on efficiencies, high performance, high reliability, quality of user experience and architectural alignment of solutions. What we look for/who would prosper in this role? Hands on technical and functional knowledge in Oracle Core HR and other modules in Oracle HCM. Understands the delivery of multiple applications to clients and how two or more applications/products could be applied to client needs Identifies opportunities and understands how to create business cases based on technical knowledge and understanding of client needs Experience Summary 10+ years relevant extensive experience working on Oracle Integration Cloud, PAAS - SAAS connectivity. Experience with at least one significant interface implementation using Oracle Integration Cloud implementation project including the following phases: requirements, fit/gap analysis, solution design, SIT, UAT, training and deployment. End to End integration design between Oracle EBS Cloud, Microsoft Azure, CRM Modules like CPQ, Sales Cloud, HCM using various connectors in Oracle Integration Cloud. Experience working with individuals and teams in a global matrixed business environment. Experience developing, deploying, or supporting commercial, customer facing solutions (either distributed, cloud or mainframe applications / internal business systems.) Given depth and breadth of domain knowledge and experience, can drive and complete multiple assignments on time and quality. Ideally has held positions in applications supporting HR function in software development, operations and other technical areas in career demonstrating well rounded and deep command of cross technology disciplines. Possess certifications from Oracle in Global HR as well as at least two of the following modules: Absence Management, Workforce Compensation, Recruiting & Time off & Labor. As we evolve and grow as a business, so will you. You will thrive within an inclusive and diverse workplace where you are encouraged to think differently, and have the courage, confidence & ambition to challenge what's been done before, and be bold to win! These are just a few of our employee's favourite benefits/perks... You'll be part of a dynamic and diverse team spread globally and managing applications that support the entire organization. Flexible working conditions Interested? We'd love for you to get in touch! Please note that if your application is progressed, you may be asked to complete a self-recorded video interview, at a time that works best for you. This is your chance to bring your skills & experience to life in your own words and style. Ensure you keep an eye on your junk folder just in case our invitation finds its way there. We are an equal opportunities employer and will consider all qualified applicants purely on their skills and abilities. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation, if needed.
Travelport Langley, Kent
22/09/2022
Full time
Senior System Engineer Global Enterprise Technology Solutions Langley, UK Travelport is a place of opportunity. It's our incredible team that makes our company great - our people drive our winning culture. What's Travelport? Travelport is a worldwide travel retail platform. Our next-generation marketplace connects buyers and sellers that share our passion for delivering exceptional travel experiences. Unconflicted and independent, we are reinventing a simpler future for travel's complex ecosystem. What does a great Senior System Engineer do? Working as part of the Global Enterprise Technology Solutions function, you will manage and support the day-to-day operations of applications and processes that support the Sales and Finance organization, in particular the CPQ Solution and its integration. You will be interacting with leadership team and end users from various business functions to successfully build/manage the application roadmap, drive engagement and manage the development teams to deliver the roadmap in addition to running BAU/Maintenance & Production Support in a timely manner. Responsibilities: Leads team of direct/ indirect reports and aligns resources to achieve the functional area priority deliverables. Responsible for managing the complex delivery of business needs and partnerships in the execution and delivery of applications portfolio / internal business systems aligned to Travelport technology and commercial strategy. Engages and contributes to leadership discussions to gain understanding of long-term technology impacts and ensure development resources are educated and developing in accordance with Travelport technology decisions. Leads and manages performance of direct/indirect reports to create high performing teams and proactively grow capabilities and develop talent. Ensures team goals are met and releases are delivered. Responsible for the scoping, sign-off and subsequent day to day management of application delivery programs/projects, ensuring that the creation of the project deliverables are completed within the specified constraints of time, cost and benefits and to the required standard of quality Interacts with and influences multiple work groups within and outside of functional area including vendors/managed service partners. Drives velocity by working closely with technical leads align all resources adequately, ensuring functional development work, maintenance and support production activities are completed in adherence to Travelport technology standards within agreed upon timelines. Manage operations, timelines, budgets, developing methods and performance of team members ensuring utilization of corporate project management tools as required e.g.: Aha!, PPM, Jira etc. Drives compliance of platform, application and/or global architectural standards with COE architecture team and in compliance with Technology Enterprise Process. Invests time in identifying and recommending development plans for direct reports to grow capabilities. Generates ideas to improve overall system design and/or streamline delivery of product/system Ensures high quality design is delivered on time and to specifications. Focused on cost savings, efficiencies, high performance, high reliability, quality of user experience and architectural alignment of solutions. Represents company to customers/vendors/managed service partners as part of a team. What we look for/who would prosper in this role? Possess comprehensive technical and functional Oracle Fusion Cloud domain knowledge with expertise in Oracle Core HR and other modules in Oracle HCM. Leads & manages direct/indirect reports, develops & mentors' team, and others. Fully experienced in multiple specializations, portfolio, and team leadership, and is acquiring experience in related specializations / across domain. Able to provide oversight, coaching, guidance, and review of work performed by direct reports/ others Understands the delivery of multiple applications to clients and how two or more applications/products could be applied to client needs Identifies opportunities and understands how to create business cases based on technical knowledge and understanding of client needs Represent the company to external customers/vendors, providing expertise in area of specialism. Experience Summary 10+ years relevant extensive technical & functional experience working on Oracle CPQ (Cost Price Quote) solution. Experience in implementing and integration of CPQ solution with other applications (Oracle Sales Cloud, SAP BRM , HANA/S4 etc.). Experience with managing individuals and teams in a global matrixed business environment, including development of employees, setting goals and growing talent. Experience leading multiple projects/program and teams. Experience developing, deploying, or supporting commercial, customer facing solutions (either distributed, cloud or mainframe applications / internal business systems.) Given depth and breadth of domain knowledge and experience, can drive and complete multiple assignments on time, to quality and on budget. As we evolve and grow as a business, so will you. You will thrive within an inclusive and diverse workplace where you are encouraged to think differently, and have the courage, confidence & ambition to challenge what's been done before, and be bold to win! These are just a few of our employee's favourite benefits/perks... You'll be part of a dynamic and diverse team spread globally and managing applications that support the entire organization. Flexible working conditions Interested? We'd love for you to get in touch! Please note that if your application is progressed, you may be asked to complete a self-recorded video interview, at a time that works best for you. This is your chance to bring your skills & experience to life in your own words and style. Ensure you keep an eye on your junk folder just in case our invitation finds its way there. We are an equal opportunities employer and will consider all qualified applicants purely on their skills and abilities. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation, if needed.

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