Test Manager & Validation Lead

Galderma; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Galderma is seeking a Test Manager & Validation Lead in Kraków, Poland to own validation activities across the serialization and broader IT landscape. You will ensure GxP systems are validated and stay validated, covering strategy, documentation, testing, and close collaboration with IT, Quality, Compliance and business teams.

The ideal candidate brings strong GxP expertise, hands-on validation documentation experience, and the ability to manage the full lifecycle independently, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in GxP validation of computerized systems (CSV) and regulatory expectations.
• Hands-on experience preparing and managing validation documentation including plans, risk assessments, specs, and reports.
• Experience managing the full validation lifecycle for computerized systems in highly regulated environments.
• Solid understanding of testing, deviations, validation controls, and traceability.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/life sciences or similar regulated domains.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage end-to-end validation strategies and plans.
• Prepare and maintain validation documentation, including risk assessments, validation plans, functional and technical specifications, test protocols, test execution reports and final validation reports.
• Coordinate and participate in test execution and review.
• Manage deviations, non-conformities and follow-up actions.
• Ensure systems remain in a validated state following changes and updates.
• Work closely with IT Compliance, Quality, and business teams.
• Provide validation expertise throughout implementation and ongoing operations.

Skills

GxP validation

validation lifecycle

documentation

risk assessments

test protocols

communication skills

Job description

**Test Manager & Validation Lead****Location: Krakow, Poland, 4 days onsite from 2027** We are looking for an experienced Test Manager & Validation Lead to take ownership of validation activities across our serialization and wider IT landscape. You will be responsible for ensuring our GxP systems are appropriately validated and remain in a validated state throughout their lifecycle. This is a hands-on role covering validation strategy, documentation, testing and close collaboration with IT, Quality, Compliance and business teams. **Key Responsibilities*** Define and manage end-to-end validation strategies and plans.* Prepare and maintain validation documentation, including risk assessments, validation plans, functional and technical specification, test protocols, test execution reports and final validation reports.* Coordinate and participate in test execution and review.* Manage deviations, non-conformities and follow-up actions.* Ensure systems remain in a validated state following changes and updates.* Work closely with IT Compliance, Quality, business teams and technical colleagues.* Support functional test scenarios and ensure appropriate test data is available.* Provide validation expertise throughout implementation and operational activities. **Ideally you will have*** Strong expertise in GxP and Computerized System Validation.* Hands-on experience preparing and managing validation documentation.* Experience managing the full validation lifecycle for computerized systems.* Strong understanding of testing, risk assessments, deviations and validation controls.* Experience within pharmaceutical, life sciences or another highly regulated environment.* Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to documentation.* Able to manage validation activities independently from start to finish.* Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.* Experience with serialization or traceability systems would be beneficial. **What we offer in return**We offer a competitive reward package, alongside benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing and development, including:* Private healthcare and life insurance* Pension plan* Health and wellbeing benefits, including access to fitness support* Annual leave and additional employee benefits* Learning and development opportunities* An international, collaborative environment where you are trusted to take ownership and make an impact **Why Join Us?**You’ll be joining a global dermatology leader with premium brands trusted worldwide and a team culture built on collaboration, accountability and care. We believe diverse perspectives help us deliver better outcomes for our customers, patients and consumers**. At Galderma, our people make a difference,** and we want every team member to feel supported to thrive and do their best work. **Ready to make an impact?**Apply now and join us in shaping the future of dermatology.