In This Role
In this role, you will lead and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and release management activities for enterprise-scale technology initiatives. You will partner closely with internal stakeholders across Engineering, Product, Operations, Finance, and Tax to ensure solutions are thoroughly tested, validated, and ready for production deployment.
You will translate business and technical requirements into actionable test strategies, execution plans, and release deliverables, ensuring alignment across teams and successful delivery. This role operates in a highly cross-functional, matrixed environment and requires strong execution, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex dependencies across the full release lifecycle.
Success in this role requires hands-on ownership of UAT, strong familiarity with Azure DevOps (or equivalent tools), and the ability to clearly communicate testing progress, risks, and outcomes to both technical and business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end UAT planning, execution, and sign-off activities
- Create and manage test plans and test cases using Azure DevOps or equivalent tools
- Coordinate UAT kickoff, tester onboarding, and execution tracking
- Monitor test progress, manage defects, and ensure timely resolution
- Coordinate day-to-day release activities including readiness checks and dependency tracking
- Partner with Engineering during SIT and release validation to ensure quality and completeness
- Act as the primary point of contact during releases, providing status updates, risks, and mitigation plans
- Track and manage risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating when needed
- Drive operational readiness including training, access, communications, and documentation
- Maintain UAT and release artifacts including test plans, defect logs, release trackers, and status reports
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings and working sessions across global time zones
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field
- 5–7 years of experience in program or project management supporting enterprise technology implementations
- 5+ years of experience in Release Management and UAT execution
- 5+ years of experience using Azure DevOps or equivalent tools for test management and defect tracking
- 5+ years of experience in enterprise systems testing including ERP, procurement, finance, or operations systems
- 5+ years of technical writing experience including test plans, release documentation, and reporting
- Proven experience working in complex, cross-functional environments
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage timelines, dependencies, and priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP or equivalent certification
- Experience supporting full release lifecycles including SIT, UAT, go-live, and stabilization
- Experience working with global teams across multiple time zones
- Experience in high-volume or complex release environments
- Ability to identify risks and drive resolution without direct authority
Compensation Information
At Blueprint, we strive to offer competitive pay that reflects the value of our team members. Compensation for this role is influenced by a variety of factors, including skills, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographic market. For candidates based in Washington State, the anticipated salary range is $49.52-$52.88 USD hourly. Please note that we typically do not hire new employees at the top of the posted range. Actual starting pay will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. The final salary and job title may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and could fall outside the stated range.
Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401k program
- Competitive PTO offerings
- Parental Leave
- Opportunities for professional growth and development