Senior Test Manager

Tata Consultancy Services; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) New Zealand is seeking an experienced testing leader to define and implement enterprise test strategies and delivery frameworks. You will drive governance, metrics, and release readiness while coordinating with global teams to ensure high-quality solutions.

Join a company with a strong sustainability ethos and a global testing community, offering opportunities to influence testing practices and collaborate across diverse industries in APAC and beyond.

Qualifications

• Strong functional testing across analysis, execution, and closure.
• Hands-on with test management tools like JIRA and Zephyr.
• Excellent communication and coordination with offshore teams.
• Experience in Agile, hybrid, and BAU testing environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement enterprise test strategies, test plans, and delivery frameworks.
• Establish quality governance, metrics, reporting standards, and release readiness processes.
• Drive continuous improvement across testing practices, tooling, and delivery processes.
• Manage end-to-end test delivery across multiple workstreams and releases.
• Monitor progress, risks, and defect trends; coach testing teams.

Skills

Functional testing

Test management tools

Stakeholder communication

Agile testing

Tools

JIRA

Zephyr

Job description

Join Tata Consultancy Services, Asia Pacific and be part of an organization committed to sustainable development for our future. TCS follows the Tata group philosophy of building sustainable businesses that are rooted in the community and demonstrate care for the environment. Our unique values position us to combine a purpose-driven worldview with digital innovation, collaborating with customers, communities and governments to lead and shape innovative solutions for a sustainable future. TCS has been carbon neutral in its operations across 11 countries, 12 delivery centres and 18 offices in Asia Pacific since 2022. This is only the initial stage in TCS’ journey as we strive to achieve long‑term net zero emissions by 2030.

Corporate sustainability is embedded in our triple-bottom-line, focusing on people, the planet, and our purpose. Our offices are designed with eco-friendly features that significantly reduce our carbon footprint and enhance energy efficiency. We actively champion green initiatives, such as promoting paperless operations, implementing energy‑efficient practices, and fostering employee engagement in sustainability efforts. When you become part of the TCS family, you will play an essential role dedicated to innovation, excellence, and crafting a brighter, greener future together. Join us and be a part of our mission to drive sustainability through technology and talent at Tata Consultancy Services, APAC today.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Define and implement enterprise test strategies, test plans, and delivery frameworks.
• Establish quality governance, metrics, reporting standards, and release readiness processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing practices, tooling, and delivery processes.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong functional testing expertise across analysis, execution, and closure.
• Hands‑on experience with test management tools (JIRA, Zephyr).
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, including offshore teams.
• Experienced in Agile, hybrid, and BAU/steady‑state testing environments.

Stakeholder Management

• Engage with business stakeholders, program leadership, vendors, and customer teams.
• Provide executive‑level status reporting supported by facts, metrics, and insights.
• Facilitate risk management, defect governance, and quality review meetings.
• Act as the primary escalation point for testing‑related issues and risks.

Delivery Management

• Manage end‑to‑end test delivery across multiple workstreams and releases.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines, quality objectives, and budget commitments.
• Monitor test progress, risks, dependencies, and defect trends.
• Build high‑performing testing teams through coaching and capability development.
• Support resource planning, utilization management, and succession planning.

Quality Governance

• Define entry/exit criteria for all testing phases.
• Establish data‑driven dashboards and testing KPIs.
• ISTQB Advanced Certification.
• Experience with AI‑led testing and quality engineering transformation initiatives.

Top Reasons to Join Our Team at TCS New Zealand

Attractive compensation & rewards

We offer a highly competitive salary package aligned with the Australian market, complemented by performance‑based incentives, recognition programs, and comprehensive employee benefits. Your achievements are celebrated, and your contributions truly matter.

Global exposure with local impact

At TCS, you’ll work with leading Australian enterprises across diverse industries while collaborating with our global network of experts. This means access to world‑class practices, transformative technologies, and the chance to shape solutions that have a real impact — locally and globally.

Empowering leadership & supportive environment

Our leadership team is committed to helping you succeed. We encourage initiative, reward innovation, and provide a collaborative environment where your ideas are heard and valued.

We believe in careers, not just jobs. With continuous learning, certification support, career mobility, and clear progression pathways, TCS empowers you to grow and evolve — whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore new domains, or take on leadership roles.

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Diversity, inclusion, and respect are central to who we are. At TCS Australia, you’ll join a workplace where collaboration thrives, individuality is valued, and everyone can contribute to meaningful outcomes.

Continuous learning & cutting‑edge innovation

We invest heavily in your development, offering structured learning programs, global certifications, leadership development, and opportunities to work with emerging technologies. You’ll be part of an environment that constantly challenges and expands your capabilities.

A Great Fit for the TCS Culture

We’re looking for people who are:

• Passionate about technology and transformation
• Driven by curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning
• Excited to work in a collaborative, purpose‑driven environment
• Motivated by delivering real impact for clients, communities, and society

Our core values — Integrity, Excellence, Responsibility, Pioneering Spirit, and Unity — shape how we work and how we grow together.

The TCS Community in Australia and Beyond

• Global strength: Over 600,000+ associates in 55+ countries, united by a shared purpose — to innovate and make a difference.
• Local presence: A trusted partner to Australia’s leading enterprises across financial services, government, retail, healthcare, telecom, and more.
• Social impact: Deeply committed to sustainability, digital inclusion, and community engagement initiatives in Australia and around the world.
• Empowered workplace: We foster a culture where diversity, equity, and accessibility are integral to how we operate.

We don’t just imagine a better future — we help build it.

About TCS

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions. We have partnered with many of the world’s largest organisations to help them transform their businesses, operating models, and technology ecosystems.

Learn more at www.tcs.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

TCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.