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DCL Migration & SIT Test Analyst (Red Hat)

Job type:Contract
Town/City:Towcester
County:Northamptonshire
Salary/Rate:£60 - £65 per hour
Business Sector:IT
Job ref:BBBH154347
Post Date:May 06, 2026

DCL Migration & SIT Test Analyst

+4-6 weeks +

+Hybrid in Towcester / Northampton

+£60-£65 ph

We are seeking an experienced DCL Migration & SIT Test Analyst to support a critical MES upgrade programme. This role will focus on the transfer, rewrite, and validation of DCL commands into a Red Hat (Sector 7) environment, alongside hands-on involvement in System Integration Testing (SIT).

This is a delivery-focused role requiring strong scripting, testing, and troubleshooting capability within a complex transformation environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the migration, rewrite, and validation of DCL commands for deployment into a Red Hat (Sector 7) environment
  • Review existing DCL scripts, assess compatibility, and update or rewrite as required
  • Actively participate in System Integration Testing (SIT) for the MES Upgrade Project
  • Execute functional testing of migrated scripts, ensuring accuracy and compatibility
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve defects, issues, and gaps uncovered during SIT
  • Support regression testing following fixes and changes
  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders and technical teams
  • Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and dependencies
  • Maintain clear test evidence and supporting documentation
  • Ensure adherence to client processes, standards, and governance
  • Attend project meetings, reviews, and reporting sessions

Key Deliverables

  • Rewritten and validated DCL scripts compatible with Red Hat (Sector 7)
  • Completed SIT test cases with documented execution results
  • Defect logs with full lifecycle tracking and closure evidence
  • Validation reports confirming successful migration outcomes
  • Weekly status reports covering delivery progress, risks, and dependencies
  • Final handover pack including scripts, documentation, and test evidence

Key Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience with DCL scripting and legacy system migration
  • Proven experience working within Red Hat / Linux environments
  • Hands-on experience with System Integration Testing (SIT)
  • Strong defect management and troubleshooting capability
  • Experience working on MES or manufacturing systems (desirable)
  • Ability to work in structured delivery environments with clear governance
  • Strong stakeholder communication and reporting skills

If you'd like to discuss this role in more detail, please send your updated CV to chloe.manerowski@cbsbutler.com and I will get in touch.