Technical Test Manager, Automation Framework Design, JAVA, Remote

ZipRecruiter; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global Professional Services organization is looking for a Technical Test Manager to lead the establishment of a test automation framework using Java. This role, primarily remote with occasional travel, focuses on modernizing a major desktop application for cloud and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QA processes, stakeholder management, and team leadership. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will shape the future of software testing and quality assurance in a collaborative environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a competitive salary based on your experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IT services with hands-on QA process knowledge.
• Experience in team leadership and establishing test automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Modernizing a significant desktop application for cloud and mobile platforms.
• Developing Quality Strategies, Policies, and Test Plans.

Skills

Test Automation Framework Design

Java

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Quality Management Frameworks

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

University Degree in Information Technology

ISQTB Certification

Tools

JIRA

TestRail

Azure DevOps

Selenium

Playwright

Cypress

LoadRunner

Job description

Job Description

Technical Test Manager, Automation Framework Design, JAVA, SDET, ISQTB, Remote

We are seeking a Technical Test Manager to join a global Professional Services organization. While based in Central London, this role is primarily remote. Travel to London, Europe, and the US may be required, with expenses reimbursed.

Important: Candidates must have experience setting up a test automation framework from scratch using Java. Applicants without this specific experience will not be suitable.

The initial focus of this role involves modernizing a significant desktop application for cloud and mobile platforms. Future projects will follow, but this is the current priority.

Key requirements include:

• Proven experience in establishing test automation frameworks from scratch using Java.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging with senior C-Suite executives globally. Flexibility for early/late calls is necessary.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

• University degree in Information Technology or related field, with vendor certifications such as ISQTB.
• 10+ years in delivering IT services within complex environments, with hands-on QA process knowledge.
• At least 5 years in team leadership or management roles.
• Over 4 years in automated testing of software applications.
• Extensive knowledge of testing methodologies across functional and non-functional areas.
• Understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with testing tools like ISTQB, ISEB, QAI, ALM, ADO, etc.
• Ability to develop Quality Strategies, Policies, and Test Plans.
• Experience implementing quality management frameworks.
• Proficiency with test management tools such as JIRA, TestRail, and Azure DevOps.
• Experience with automation tools like Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, LoadRunner.
• Knowledge of programming/scripting languages such as Java, JavaScript, Python, SQL.
• Understanding of CI/CD practices.
• At least 3 years’ experience with ITIL or similar Service Management frameworks, including service delivery and support, preferably with ServiceNow.

Additional qualities:

• Ability to quickly learn new service elements.
• Strong teamwork, problem-solving, initiative, and integrity.
• Knowledge of quality standards like ISO9001.
• Excellent interpersonal and English communication skills.

This is a great opportunity with a competitive salary based on experience. Apply now for more details.