Testing manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. in Sheffield, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced Testing Manager to lead quality assurance initiatives.

You will oversee testing operations, manage a QA team, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. You will develop testing strategies, manage test execution, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with product managers, developers, and business analysts to define testing scope and priorities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in QA with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in test strategy design and execution.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC and QA methodologies.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of QA professionals, providing guidance and career development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies and plans.
• Oversee test design, execution, and documentation for thorough coverage.
• Analyze results, identify defects, and prioritize issues by risk.
• Manage defect tracking and communication with development teams.
• Monitor quality metrics, test coverage, and progress for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product, developers, and business analysts to define scope.
• Evaluate testing tools and automation frameworks to boost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards throughout the lifecycle.
• Participate in process improvements to optimize workflows.

Skills

QA leadership

Test planning

Test case design

SDLC knowledge

Defect management

Automation concepts

Risk analysis & prioritization

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Project management

Agile & Scrum

CI/CD pipelines

Performance testing principles

Security testing principles

Test management tools (TestRail/Zephyr

Programming basics (Java/Python)

Tools

TestRail

Zephyr

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Testing Manager to lead our quality assurance initiatives in Sheffield, United Kingdom. In this role, you will oversee the testing operations, manage a team of quality assurance professionals, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. You will be responsible for developing testing strategies, managing test execution, and driving continuous improvement in our testing processes.

• Lead and mentor a team of QA professionals, providing guidance, performance feedback, and career development opportunities
• Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies and plans aligned with project objectives and organizational standards
• Oversee test case design, execution, and documentation to ensure thorough coverage and quality assurance
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and prioritize issues based on risk and business impact
• Manage defect tracking and resolution processes, ensuring timely communication with development teams
• Monitor and report on key quality metrics, test coverage, and testing progress to stakeholders
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and business analysts to understand requirements and define testing scope
• Evaluate and recommend testing tools, automation frameworks, and methodologies to enhance efficiency
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices throughout the testing lifecycle
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to optimize testing workflows and reduce time-to-market

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in quality assurance and software testing, with at least 2 years in a management or leadership capacity
• Proven expertise in test planning, test case design, and test execution across multiple platforms and applications
• Strong knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and quality assurance methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop high-performing teams
• Proficiency in defect management and test reporting tools
• Solid understanding of automation testing concepts and frameworks
• Experience with risk analysis and test prioritization techniques
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency in project management and organizational skills
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Knowledge of performance and security testing principles
• Experience with test management tools such as TestRail, Zephyr, or similar platforms
• Basic programming language familiarity (Java, Python, or similar)

Additional Information

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