Test Manager

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Test Manager to join their innovative wireless communications team in Cambridge. This role involves managing the test lab environment, developing test strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality in 5G technology.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a Test Manager or Test Lab Manager role.
• Extensive experience in setting up and managing test infrastructure.
• Familiarity with 5G embedded software architecture is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup and day-to-day management of the test lab.
• Define and contribute to the company’s overall test strategy.
• Collaborate with 3rd party vendors to integrate new technologies.

Skills

Test Lab Management

Wireless Telecommunications

Test Methodologies

Automation Frameworks

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Collaboration

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!