Software Test Manager / QA Manager Job in South Dublin, Dublin Ireland

Software Test Manager / QA Manager

An International company based in South Dublin is looking for a Tester Manager to define and implement quality assurance. You will build in depth understanding of products, processes and systems to enable a risk based approach to quality assurance. This is an intial 6 month contract with a view to extend.

Responsibilities:

· Manage and schedule test resources across multiple locations, monitor and execution of test plans, provide guidance and leadership in test execution

· Build and configure quality plans so as to set the quality assurance framework for business as usual or transformation related activities, provide estimates and input to project plans

· Identify and implement standardised, simplified, consistent test packages, that comply to standards and maximise possibility for reuse

· Provide leadership from within the project team to keep quality on the agenda, provide training and support as necessary in support of this objective

· Build knowledge of business and solution contexts, such that a risk based approach to quality assurance can be developed that aligns test approach with business objectives and potential risks

· Execute test plans as required in support of project based activities

Skills / Competencies Required:

· Excellent QA management experience across all phases of the SDLC including Integration, E2E and Performance testing

· Very good understanding of formal testing methods, including in an integrated systems environment

· Good working knowledge of MS Office required, MS SQL experience preferable

Experience Required:

· Primary or Secondary degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience

· 5 plus years full life cycle experience in a similar position required

Desirable

· Experience working in the Finance / Insurance Industry would be plus