Program V&V Team Leader

Alstom; Málaga; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Alstom Madrid is seeking a full-time Program V&V Manager to lead verification, integration and testing efforts across software, hardware, and systems. You will define V&V strategies, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with Security Signalling Team and Product Architect.

You will drive automation using Cucumber, JMeter, Postman and TestComplete, transitioning teams from manual to automated testing and ensuring quality, cost and delivery goals are met.

Formación

• Graduated is mandatory, to have a master’s degree in engineering or scientific topics will be value.
• Languages: English (full proficient) and Spanish (full proficient); French will be a plus.
• Good analytical skill and experience in test & integration; system engineering or Safety Assurance is acceptable alternative.
• Demonstrable knowledge of security solutions (CCTV, PA, PIS, Telephony, etc.) and integrated control centers.
• Experience with software agile projects and CI/CD; basic programming knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Define the Program Verification and Validation strategy in the V&V Plan and ensure coverage.
• Lead verification and validation of equipment under test; manage reviews and tests.
• Define and deploy automation strategies for validation activities and test families.
• Migrate from manual testing to automated testing and manage stakeholders.

Conocimientos

English

Spanish

Leadership

Problem solving

Team motivation

Educación

Master's degree in engineering or science

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Azure DevOps

Postman

TestComplete

Cucumber

JMeter

Descripción del empleo

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars

Could you be the full-time Program V&V ManagerinMadridwe’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your Validation and Verification expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside young and talented teammates.

You'll take part in building the foundations of Alstom platforms by leading, organizing and performing the verification, integration and test activities of developments ranging from software to product and system programs fitting the needs in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Security Signalling Team, Product Architect…), defining and leading all the in-house program activities related with Verification, Integration and Testing, either performed by a team in V&V department or delegated to experts in other Development Center (DC) departments, cooperating with Security signalling team to complement V&V activities with end-user integration scenarios, and much more.

You’ll specifically take care of defining and deploying an automation strategy for Validation activities related to the program (WPF application), including the different test families and using technologies such as Cucumber, jmeter, Postman, TestComplete... but also sharing with Program Development Managers and Design Authority the V&V strategy defined to deliver a validated program and agree on requested budget and schedule of inputs and deliverables.
We’ll look to you for:

• Define the Program Verification and Validation strategy in the V&V Plan, to ensure proper coverage and demonstration that design requirementsand intended use cases are met. Collect the contributions of all involved stakeholders.
• Ensure the application and adherence to the reference processes, methods & tools, requesting deviations whenever appropriate.
• Define and agree V&V activity schedule.
• Organize and lead documental verification and reviews
• Manage full verification and validation of the equipment under test.
• Define and deploy an automation strategy for Validation activities related to the program, including the different test families and usingtechnologies such as Cucumber, jmeter, Postman, TestComplete...
• Migrate the way of working from manual testing to automated testing.
• Monitor and follow-up execution and reporting of activities delegated to experts in other departments.
• Technical Management (Configuration, Change Control and Requirement traceability).
• Perform and follow up V&V SW phases of the product, with strong liaison with Product Architect.
• Define needs, architecture, and follow-up implementation of testbenches and analysis tools.
• Represent Alstom in front of customers or partners, for instance to provide overview of Test progress, issues, risks and opportunities.
• Manage functionally the Program Verification & Validation Team and ensure/control their deliverables for the project
• Ensure independence of verification from design.
• Select and manage subcontractors.
• Manage work packages or WP tasks.
• Preparation and active participation for Program Gate Reviews following Program DFQ cycle.

Performance management:

• DQI (Delivery Quality Indicator)
• CPI (Coverage Progress Indicator)
• Cooperation and support to Root Cause Analysis

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Graduated is mandatory, to have a master’s degree in engineering or scientific topics will be value.
• Languages: English (full proficient use) and Spanish (full proficient use) French will be a plus.
• Good analytical skill and previous experience in test & integration are required. In alternative, you will have an experience in system engineering or Safety Assurance.
• Demonstrable knowledge of security solutions (CCTV, PA, PIS, Telephony, Communications, others...) and integrated control centers.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience on software agile projects and continuous integration and continuous delivery
• Demonstrable knowledge on testing automation strategy and deployment for SW development (use of SW tools such as Cucumber, …) and basicprogramming knowledge.
• Knowledge and demonstrable skills using Microsoft Azure DevOps (or similar) for version control, reporting requirements management, programmanagement, documentation management, testing, etc... will bean asset.
• At least 5 years in relevant positions (systems / sub-systems integration, embedded equipment, electrotechnical product development) in a highlycomplex and normative environment (railway signalling, aerospace, defense, nuclear) would be a major asset.
• Engineering and system background
• Being Open-minded, a team motivator, having leadership skills, have the ability of problem setting and problem solving, (Self) entrepreneurial,having a sense of urgency, and having writing skills like clarity, rigor, and concision, will be competencies that will be interesting to this position.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.
• Work withnew security standards for rail signalling.
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects.
• Utilise our Agile working environment.
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive socialcoverage.

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll beproud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

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