Test Manager recruitment
Main Duties
• Define the test strategy and approach across the multiple deliveries to include regression testing for upstream providers
• Manage the test team through the full lifecycle including test plan definition, production of test scripts, bug tracking and closure
• Liaise with Business analysts and developers to understand requirements and ensure accurate coverage of testing scenarios
• Minimise unnecessary rework through effective quality assurance of testing deliverables
• Define Testing roles and responsibilities across the Programme
• Develop and continuously improve standard test process and strategic test tools
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
Manage and escalate risks and issues to the Release manager and development team
Person Requirements
Qualifications (essential): Educated to degree level (2.1 minimum) or equivalent
Experience required (essential):
• A strong working knowledge of one or more test management tools (Quality Centre or equivalent).
• Experience of phased projects and the full development lifecycle.
• Prior experience in managing functional test delivery in one / multiple complex programmes / projects
Experience required (preferred):
• Experience of working with offshore teams
• Experience of creation and execution of automated tests
• Although the role focuses on functional testing, experience of non-functional testing would benefit the Programme
• Strong knowledge and experience of Software Test Life Cycle and various models – Waterfall, Agile, Iterative etc.
• Either project management in a small project(s), or workstream management in a large and complex project (or Programme)
Skills and knowledge (essential): Strong Testing / QA industry knowledge, proven management / leadership skills
Skills and knowledge (preferred):
• A strong working knowledge of financial/banking systems, knowledge of accounting, financial and product control functions.