Test Manager

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Test Manager has arisen at a leading company in the wireless telecommunications sector. This role involves managing a cutting-edge test lab for 5G-based products, requiring strong technical foundations and excellent stakeholder engagement. You will lead the setup and management of test environments, driving continuous improvement in testing processes while representing the company to customers.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in setting up and managing test infrastructure for hardware/software systems.
• Proven track record as a Test Manager or Test Lab Manager.
• Background in wireless telecommunications, especially with wired/wireless networking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, planning, and management of the test lab covering hardware and software systems.
• Define and contribute to the company’s overall test strategy.
• Collaborate with 3rd party vendors to integrate new technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Job description

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Test Manager to join a growing, cutting-edge wireless communications team in Cambridge. You'll play a key role in developing the next generation of 5G-based wireless products, taking full ownership of our test lab environment and infrastructure.

This role offers a dynamic mix of technical leadership, lab management, and customer interaction, ideal for someone with strong technical foundations and excellent stakeholder engagement skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the setup, planning, and day-to-day management of the test lab covering both hardware and software systems
• Define and contribute to the company’s overall test strategy
• Build and maintain robust test systems, working with cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with 3rd party vendors to integrate new technologies and tools
• Represent the company in front of customers, delivering demos and showcasing product features
• Ensure continuous improvement of test processes, methodologies, and documentation

Required Experience & Skills:

• Proven track record in a Test Manager or Test Lab Manager role
• Extensive experience in setting up and managing test infrastructure for hardware/software systems
• Background in wireless telecommunications, particularly with wired/wireless networking
• Understanding of modern test methodologies, tools, and automation frameworks
• Familiarity with 5G embedded software architecture (5GCN, CU, DU, RU) is highly advantageous
• Strong communication, collaboration, and customer-facing skills

Ready to take the next step?

Apply today or get in touch for more information!