Senior Test Manager - Test Automation

EY; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning

Career growth opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Job summary

EY GDS Poland is seeking a Senior Test Manager & Testing Competency Lead to drive testing services across international projects. The role is based in Katowice / Warsaw with a 2 days in office / 3 days remote schedule, within EY's global delivery network.

You will mentor testing teams, shape testing strategies, and collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions in an Agile environment. A strong leadership background and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Software Test Management.
• Experience in People Management.
• Ability to manage wide & international testing teams.
• Excellent professional communication skills.
• Expertise in test management, testing and reporting tools.
• Ability to guide and support Senior Testers and Test Managers.
• English communication skills (B2+) for global teams.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and lead testing professionals and foster inclusive work environment.
• Ensure optimal utilization of test teams per guidelines.
• Engage in go-to-market activities with marketing and sales.
• Act as a thought leader in testing, keeping up with trends.
• Promote excellence in testing within Agile/Scrum.
• Plan, design, and execute comprehensive system testing strategies.
• Develop and maintain test roadmaps and advanced techniques.

Skills

Test management

Agile

Automation testing

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Change management

People management

Education

Advanced degree / Testing Management certification

Tools

Test management tools

Automation testing tools

Job description

Location: Katowice / Warsaw - 2 days in office / 3 days remote

Let us introduce you the job offer by EY GDS Poland – a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY.

This specific position gives you the opportunity to interact within international environment and work with the most recognizable and influential players on the market.

The opportunity

At EY, we are deeply invested in developing testing services capabilities that are essential to the growth and value we deliver to our clients. Testing services are an important part of our strategy, ensuring that we maintain the highest standards in quality assurance and reliability. We are on the lookout for a Senior Test Manager & Testing Competency Lead who will be pivotal in driving our testing services to new heights, safeguarding the quality and integrity of the solutions we provide.

Situated at the heart of EY GDS Poland, you will be a cornerstone of a function that significantly impacts our organization, our clients, and our people—thereby sculpting your own career trajectory.

Your key responsibilities

• Mentor and lead a diverse team of testing professionals, fostering an inclusive work environment and encouraging professional development.


• Ensure test team optimal utilization in line with organization guidelines.


• Engage in go-to-market activities, collaborating with marketing and sales teams to demonstrate the value and capabilities of our testing services to potential clients.


• Act as a thought leader in the testing community, staying abreast of emerging trends and technologies.


• Promote a culture of excellence in testing, with a focus on customer satisfaction and rigorous execution within an Agile/Scrum framework.


• Lead the planning, design, and execution of comprehensive system testing strategies for various projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations.


• Develop and maintain test roadmaps, incorporating cutting-edge testing techniques and tools to stay ahead of market trends.


• Collaborate with Product Owners, Managers, and other stakeholders to define test cost models, launch strategies, and gather insights to optimize testing processes.


• Maintain high standards for user experience and system performance, leveraging automated testing frameworks and tools where appropriate.


• Provide regular testing metrics and performance reports to executive leadership, demonstrating the impact and value of the testing team's contributions.


• Conduct test process audits to ensure compliance with internal and industry standards, identifying areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.

Skills and attributes for success

• Proven experience in technology systems testing and project management within a consulting or similar environment.


• Proficiency Test Management tools, Agile methodologies, and automated testing tools.


• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor and manage diverse teams.


• Advanced degree in a related field and/or certifications in Testing Management or related areas are preferred.


• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective testing strategies.


• Good planning and organizing, ability to see the big picture as well as focus on details and errorless delivery


• Ability to work in a continuously changing environment


• Proactive with can-do-attitude, looking for solutions and not offenders

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 10+ years experience in Software Test Management


• Experience in People Management


• Capability to manage wide & international testing teams


• Excellent professional communication skills, able to approach senior stakeholders using appropriate level of detail, terminology and fit-to-purpose communication


• Expertise in test management tools, testing and reporting tools


• Ability to guide and support Senior Testers and Test Managers


• English skill enabling to communicate in teams distributed across the world (B2+)

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience is developing Testing Center of Excellence, establishing best practices, standards, and methodologies for system testing.


• Experience with strategic level release management within the broader context of service delivery or product delivery, including support and maintenance (focus on aligning the release process with the organization's business objectives and customer needs).


• Experience in one or more of following business areas: Financial Services like Insurance, Banking, Wealth & Asset Management; LifeSciences (Pharma); Health; Consumer Products

What we look for

As we are a dynamic team of passionate specialists, and we work in international teams all over the world, we will look for the same business acumen. Facing with customers, we are "out of box thinking" professionals. Our top performers have a team player attitude and they cope with challenges on daily basis. If it all sounds familiar to you - we are looking forward to seeing you on board.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across nine locations – Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.


• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.


• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.


• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

About EY

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