Senior Test Manager

AlmavivA de Belgique; Frankfurt; Remote; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading financial technology company in Frankfurt is seeking a Senior Test Manager to oversee testing strategies for banking applications. The role requires at least 10 years of testing experience, strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams. Candidates must hold a degree in Computer Science and have excellent English skills. The position supports remote work from Europe with occasional travel.

Qualifikationen

• 12–10 years of experience in software testing, with at least 3–5 years in a Test Manager or QA Lead role.
• Proven track record in managing testing for complex systems, especially in finance or banking.
• Experience with regulatory compliance testing (e.g., PSD2, GDPR, DORA).

Aufgaben

• Define and implement test strategies for software quality and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage testing activities.
• Oversee risk analysis, defect tracking, and release planning.

Kenntnisse

Mobile and enterprise application testing

Test planning

Defect tracking

Stakeholder communication

Project governance

Cybersecurity initiatives

Fluent English (C1)

Ausbildung

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Role of the Test Manager

Solid experience in mobile and enterprise application testing within the finance sector and banking environments. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing requirements, and ensuring compliance with accessibility and regulatory standards (e.g. EU 2016/2102). Proficient in test planning, UX validation, and defect tracking across Android and iOS platforms. Strong background in project governance, quality assurance, stakeholder communication and supporting cybersecurity initiatives within finance-driven digital ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement test strategies to ensure software quality and compliance with financial regulatory standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage testing activities across mobile and enterprise platforms used by banks and financial institutions.
• Oversee risk analysis, defect tracking, and release planning, ensuring secure and reliable delivery of finance-related applications.
• Support continuous improvement, documentation, and alignment between IT and business objectives.

Qualifications, experience and skills

Essential:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Certifications such as ISTQB (Foundation and Advanced Test Analyst), Agile Master Certified, or SCRUM (SAMC, SAFe) are highly valued.
• Experience in international or European institutions or large-scale multi-vendor projects.
• Excellent command of English (C1 level), both written and spoken.

Desirable:

• Additional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or IT governance (e.g., COBIT, ITIL) are a plus.
• Knowledge of additional EU languages.
• Experience in international or European financial institutions or large-scale multi-vendor banking projects.

Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential to:

• Minimum 12–10 years of experience in software testing, with at least 3–5 years in a Test Manager or QA Lead role.
• Proven track record in managing testing for complex systems, especially in finance, banking, or fintech environments.
• Experience with regulatory compliance testing (e.g., PSD2, GDPR, DORA) and accessibility standards (e.g. EU 2016/2102).
• Familiarity with large-scale digital transformation or cloud migration projects in financial services.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical stakeholders in banking and finance.
• Skilled in negotiating within international and multicultural financial environments.

Level : Senior

Delivery mode: Remote from Europe (with flexibility to travel occasionally to meet the Client)

Client’s location : Frankfurt am Main (Germany)

Only EU Citizens