Test Manager (m/f/d) - Tieto Tech Consulting

Tieto Corp.; Linz; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working models

Laptop and smartphone

Health programs

Team events

Public transport support

Klimaticket contribution

Fresh fruit

Job summary

Tieto Tech Consulting is seeking a Test Manager to shape testing strategy and coordinate activities across the team in Austria. You will bridge manual and automated testing with API and CI/CD practices while exploring practical AI applications in quality assurance.

You bring proven leadership in testing, an ISTQB Advanced Level certification, and a hands-on, collaborative mindset to drive high-quality software results for customers. This hybrid role offers flexible working models in Austria.

Qualifications

• Experience leading test activities and coordinating teams, workflows or delivery streams.
• ISTQB Advanced Level certification.
• Structured and precise approach with initiative and ownership.
• Excellent German skills at C1 level for customer and team communication.

Responsibilities

• Define and continuously develop the test strategy, test planning and test processes.
• Coordinate test activities, create transparency around quality and support effective collaboration within the team.
• Connect manual testing, test automation, interface and API testing with CI/CD practices.
• Identify meaningful opportunities to use AI in testing and ensure the quality of AI-based functionality.
• Share your expertise and support the professional and technical development of the test team.

Skills

Test management

Test strategy

Team coordination

Hands-on testing

Education

ISTQB Advanced Level certification

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Postman

SOAP/REST

Job description

Job Description

If you enjoy combining strategic direction with hands‑on testing expertise and want to help a team grow, this role gives you the opportunity to make a visible impact.

We are looking for a Test Manager who wants to be part of Tieto Tech Consulting. Tieto Tech Consulting works as a true partner, solving customers’ toughest technology challenges and delivering reliable outcomes that drive measurable results. By merging data, cloud, AI and design with deep industry expertise, we create impactful yet intuitive digital solutions that empower people and move businesses forward.

With a global team of 8,000 colleagues and a team of 300 colleagues in DACH, we are constantly striving to develop and grow. Our customers trust in our solutions, which is why we are continuously looking for new talents.

In this role, you will shape how testing is planned, coordinated and continuously improved. You will connect manual and automated testing with API, interface and CI/CD practices, while exploring practical applications of AI in quality assurance.

When joining Tieto Tech Consulting as a Test Manager, you

• define and continuously develop the test strategy, test planning and test processes
• coordinate test activities, create transparency around quality and support effective collaboration within the team
• connect manual testing, test automation, interface and API testing with CI/CD practices
• identify meaningful opportunities to use AI in testing and ensure the quality of AI-based functionality
• share your expertise and support the professional and technical development of the test team

Who we are looking for

• experience leading test activities and coordinating teams, workflows or delivery streams
• an ISTQB Advanced Level certification
• a structured and precise approach, combined with initiative, ownership and a pragmatic hands‑on mindset
• excellent German skills at C1 level for customer and team communication
• a genuine interest in software quality and enthusiasm for testing

You bring clarity to complex testing environments and create space for others to contribute their expertise. With a structured, hands‑on approach, you take ownership while building collaboration across teams and disciplines.

We also believe you have experience with

• UI and end‑to‑end test automation with Playwright, Selenium or comparable tools
• API and interface testing with Postman, SOAP/REST or comparable tools
• WCAG and accessibility testing

We offer

• A culture built on trust, collaboration and continuous learning
• Flexible hybrid working models and modern ways of working
• Continuous professional development, knowledge sharing and international career opportunities
• A laptop and smartphone for private use, health programs, team events, food vouchers, excellent public‑transport connections, a contribution towards the Austrian Klimaticket, fresh fruit and further local benefits
• The opportunity to work with experienced colleagues on meaningful projects while contributing your own ideas from day one
• The opportunity to shape and further develop a test team professionally and technically

The monthly gross salary for this full‑time position starts EUR 3.954,00 in accordance with the Austrian IT collective agreement (ST1 “Regelstufe”). The final package will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience and current market standards.

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Locations

Vienna, Linz, Graz

Additional Information

At Tieto, we believe in the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, genders (m/f/d), and walks of life to join our team, as we believe that this fosters an inspiring workplace and fuels innovation. Our commitment to openness, trust, and diversity is at the heart of our mission to create digital futures that benefit businesses, societies, and humanity. Diversity, equity and inclusion | Sustainability | Tieto