QA Engineering Lead: SAP SuccessFactors, Data Testing & Automation

SMBC; Tralee; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMBC Group in Ireland is seeking an experienced QA Engineering Lead to drive SAP SuccessFactors testing, governance and data validation across the platform. The role blends hands-on testing with leadership of a QA team and cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will own test strategy, end-to-end data validation, ETL testing, and will partner with global tech and business teams. A hybrid work pattern applies, with office attendance in Tralee as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 7+ years of experience across application, database and automation testing, with demonstrated experience leading complex QA delivery.
• Proven experience leading QA teams and providing direction across complex technology programmes.
• Strong hands-on experience with database testing, advanced SQL, Python and Databricks.
• Strong Python and SQL skills with experience using test automation frameworks such as Playwright or similar.
• Strong understanding of ETL processes, data validation and testing across integrated systems.
• Experience developing test strategies, establishing QA governance and assessing release readiness.
• Experience using test and defect management tools such as Jira.
• Proven ability to introduce and improve QA processes, testing standards and automation practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to operate across complex technology environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with experience working across global teams and engaging senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the overall QA strategy and testing governance for the SuccessFactors implementation, ensuring appropriate standards, controls and quality measures.
• Lead a team of QA Engineers and provide direction on testing approach, coverage and execution.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies across application, UI/UX, automation, database and ETL testing.
• Review business and technical requirements to identify testable conditions, gaps, risks and acceptance criteria.
• Provide senior stakeholders with clear assessments of quality risk, testing progress and release readiness, escalating significant issues where required.
• Support release planning and ensure appropriate testing coverage ahead of production releases.
• Drive continuous improvement across QA processes, testing standards and automation practices.
• Define, document and track test scenarios and test cases in Jira, ensuring appropriate coverage across integrated platforms and backend systems.

Skills

QA Leadership

Team leadership

Test strategy

Python

SQL

Databricks

Data validation

Playwright

Jira

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

Databricks

Jira

Playwright

Confluence

Job description

SMBC Group in Ireland is seeking an experienced QA Engineering Lead to drive SAP SuccessFactors testing, governance and data validation across the platform. The role blends hands-on testing with leadership of a QA team and cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will own test strategy, end-to-end data validation, ETL testing, and will partner with global tech and business teams. A hybrid work pattern applies, with office attendance in Tralee as required.