
QAD Technical Consultant
Persistent Systems • Pune City, Maharashtra, India
**Role & seniority: ** QAD Technical Consultant; 8–15 years experience (senior/lead-level consultant)
**Stack/tools: **
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QAD ERP (multiple modules; technical expertise)
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Progress OpenEdge / Progress 4GL
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Unix (environment work)
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DBA/performance concepts for ERP deployments
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Hardware/performance & sizing for ERP
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Top 3 responsibilities:
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Lead/own technical implementation: configuration, delivery of implementation artifacts, QA standards, and workshop/training support
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Client-facing technical consulting: gather/analyze issues, research complex problems, recommend solutions with tradeoffs, guide client teams
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Environment/upgrade support: perform environment reviews for customer upgrade preparation; resolve complex QAD/ERP technical issues (may manage technical projects)
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Must-have skills:
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5+ years QAD systems implementation (or 8–10 years other ERP implementation)
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Strong Progress OpenEdge / Progress 4GL hands-on experience
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Unix proficiency
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Deep QAD technical knowledge across modules; ability to direct client/team activities
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Performance/sizing knowledge and DBA fundamentals affecting ERP performance
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Ability to present options/solutions clearly to clients
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Nice-to-haves:
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Experience with technical project management (or leading workshops/training at advanced level)
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Broad leadership across **additional ERP/pr
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Full Description
About Position
We are looking for a QAD Technical Consultant with hands on experience in QAD, Progress 4GL and Unix.
Role: QAD Technical Consultant
Job Type: Full-Time Employment
Location: All Persistent Location
Experience: 8 to 15 Years
What You'll Do
Determined on a project-by-project basis, duties may include Configuration, training, following QA standards for implementation, environment reviews for customer upgrade preparation, adhering to schedules and budgets; creating deliverables. Work with and direct other resources to resolve issues as necessary. Responsible for resolving complex issues that require in-depth knowledge related to their subject matter expertise. Know at least three applications/technologies/areas well enough to lead the activities in that area and provide directions to client and other team members.
Implementation: Minimum 5 years QAD systems implementation experience or 8-10 years of other ERP systems implementation experience Interact frequently and regularly with clients and is adept at establishing solid working relationships at several levels, including management. Independently resolve issues related to QAD applications and technology. Thoughtfully and carefully research and analyze more complex problems. Determine options and recommended solution and presents to the client in a manner that clearly articulates the issue, options, advantages and disadvantages and why they should proceed down the recommended path. Provide advice to clients in areas that may not be directly related to QAD applications. Respond and answer client questions. If answer is not known, follow up to get information to client in a timely manner.
Expertise You'll Bring
Progress/Open Edge experience essential. Experience in consulting, QAD, implementation, technical team lead, MFG/Pro, Progress, Open edge, technical environment review, Team Lead skills, leading workshops and presenting advanced training to customers, QAD ERP technical knowledge required. Understand the capabilities and functions of almost all QAD modules. May manage technical projects and may function in the technical project management role in addition to other project duties. Knowledgeable in Performance and Sizing hardware and ERP deployments. DBA expertise to understand the concepts that impact performance.
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards Annual health check-ups
Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles. Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities. If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
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