Programme Test Manager - Data Centre/AWS Migration -Manchester

Crimson Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Programme Test Manager to oversee the testing strategy and delivery for a Data Centre Exit Programme. This pivotal role involves leading testing across multiple workstreams in a large-scale migration to AWS. Applicants should have proven experience with data centre migrations and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive day rate and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven, hands-on experience with data centre migrations in an AWS environment.
• Ability to run testing across multiple workstreams in a large-scale migration project.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the overall testing strategy, planning, and execution.
• Oversee end-to-end testing across multiple migration streams.
• Define and implement best-practice test governance.

Skills

AWS/Data Centre experience

Leadership

Testing strategy

Quality assurance processes

Job description

Overview

Programme Test Manager - Data Centre Exit/AWS Migration - Greater Manchester

Outside IR35 - £500-600 P/D

6 Months

Hybrid working

Please apply only if you have proven, hands-on experience with data centre migrations in an AWS environment.

We are seeking an experienced Test Programme Manager to take full ownership of the end-to-end testing strategy and delivery for a large-scale Data Centre Exit Programme, focused on the migration of on-prem infrastructure and applications to AWS Cloud.

This is a pivotal, senior role requiring a hands-on testing leader who can be parachuted in to quickly assess the current landscape, define a robust test strategy, and drive delivery across multiple workstreams. You will ensure quality, stability, and confidence in the successful migration from legacy on-prem systems to a modern AWS environment.

Responsibilities

• Strong AWS/Data Centre experience
• Lead and own the overall testing strategy, planning, and execution for the Data Centre Exit Programme.
• Oversee end-to-end testing across multiple application and infrastructure migration streams.
• Define and implement best-practice test governance, frameworks, and quality assurance processes.
• Collaborate closely with programme management, engineering, and cloud migration teams to align testing with delivery milestones.
• Identify and manage testing risks, dependencies, and environments, ensuring readiness across all phases.

Qualifications / Requirements

Proven, hands-on experience with data centre migrations in an AWS environment is required. Strong leadership and ability to run testing across multiple workstreams in a large-scale migration project are essential.

Application

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