Test Manager - 6M FTC

SAAB UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense company in the United Kingdom seeks a Test Lead to oversee software testing strategies and ensure product quality. The role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of software testing methodologies, and excellent communication capabilities. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality assurance and will work closely with development teams to enhance testing processes. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to mission-critical software solutions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Test lead or Test Manager.
• Experience in testing mission-critical software solutions.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement comprehensive test strategies.
• Define testing objectives, scope, scenarios, and criteria.
• Ensure high-quality documentation of test plans and results.
• Support the test team during multiple test phases.
• Oversee the execution of test cases.
• Manage test environments.
• Monitor and report on testing progress.
• Communicate testing status and risks to stakeholders.

Skills

Test leadership

Communication skills

Knowledge of software testing methodologies

Passion for quality assurance

Tools

Atlassian

Confluence

Jira

Linux

Windows

Job description

Introduction

Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth.

What you will be part

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

Read more about us here.

Key deliverables

• Create and implement comprehensive test strategies and test plans to ensure the quality and reliability of software products
• Define testing objectives, scope, scenarios, and criteria based on project requirements and specifications
• Ensure high quality documentation of test plans, test cases, test results, and defect reports.
• Support test team and other team members with activities in preparation for and during multiple test phases including FAT, SIT and SAT.
• Oversee the execution of test cases, including functional, regression, performance and resilience testing
• Be responsible for the management of test environments, ensuring that they are well-maintained and up-to-date
• Monitor and report on testing progress, provide detailed and accurate reports on testing activities, including progress, defect status, and quality metrics.
• Communicate testing status, issues, and risks to stakeholders, including project managers and product owners.
• Point of contact for test and quality within customer projects and communication to internal and external stakeholders
• Foster a collaborative and productive work environment, promoting continuous learning and professional development
• Work closely with development teams to understand software features, design, and functionality
• Interpret high and low-level designs and deployment topologies for target environments to establish appropriate test approaches for both functional and non-functional testing
• Align test processes across projects, Identify and implement best practices for testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure test activities adhere to established governance processes
• Verify that the testing process is compliant with industry standards, regulations, and best practices to maintain the organization's reputation and credibility
• Monitor and improve the testing process: Continuously assess the effectiveness of the testing methods and processes, making necessary adjustments to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Identify and mitigate risks related to software quality, including potential impacts on project timelines and deliverables.
• Proactively address issues and coordinate with teams to resolve defects and improve product quality.

• Stay updated with industry trends: Remain knowledgeable about software testing advancements, methodologies, and tools to keep the testing practices relevant and competitive.

Experience/Qualifications

• Previous experience as Test lead or Test Manager
• Experience of testing mission critical software solutions
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Passion for quality assurance and software testing

Desirable, but not essential

• Holds ISTQB Advanced Test Manager Qualification
• Experience within the Emergency Services domain
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows environments
• Atlassian, Confluence and Jira