SD-WAN Test Manager

TXP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Test Manager to oversee a critical SDWAN migration project. This role requires defining the test strategy, managing all phases of testing, and ensuring effective defect resolution. The position is remote with occasional office visits in London or Hove and offers a competitive rate of £550 to £650 per day. Candidates must have strong knowledge of network testing and migration processes, with the ability to work on key deliverables under tight timelines.

Qualifications

• Strong and recent experience in SD-WAN solutions and network migrations.
• Ability to design and implement end-to-end test strategies.
• Experience with various testing tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define the Test Strategy and Test Plan/s.
• Oversee test execution and defect tracking.
• Prepare test reports and manage service transition activities.

Skills

Network Experience

Migration Knowledge

Testing

Testing Methodologies & Tools

Test Leadership

Effective Reporting

Job description

Test Manager

Duration: Until 31/03 - chance to extend beyond based on project demand

Location: Remote working with 1 day per week onsite - flexible between Hove and London offices; occasional office visits may be required, especially during delivery and migration phases

Rate: £550 to £650 PD - Inside IR35

Must be able to interview this week and start ASAP

SDWAN migration project

Responsibilities

• Defining the Test Strategy
• Defining the Test Plan/s
• Oversight of test execution for all phases of testing (including customer acceptance and post implementation verification testing) and associated defect tracking/resolution
• Test Report preparation and sign-off
• Service Transition activities pertaining to testing as outlined above

Technical Skillset

• Network Experience: Prior experience in the network domain, especially with SD-WAN solutions, site connectivity, and migrations
• Migration Knowledge: Experience with MPLS to SD-WAN migrations, particularly for defining testاءs plans and understanding testing requirements
• Testing: Ability to design and implementexclude endopleft‑end test strategies, including planning test data, scenarios, and risk‑based testing approaches for network services
• Testing Methodologies & Tools: Familiar with various testing tools (functional, performance, automation) and methodologies
• Test Leadership: Experience managing പാലteam testing teams, coordinating cross‑functional activities, and enabling distributed teams in large‑scale transformation projects
• Effective Reporting: Presenting techniekenies believing compétences and go/no‑go decisions clearly and credibly to both technical teams and executive leadership

If your profile demonstrates strong and recent experience in the above areas - please submit your application ASAP to Jackie Dean at TXP for consideration.

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