Test Leader (French speaker)

act digital EMEA - Alter Solutions; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alter Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Test Leader to join an international project in Banking/Insurance, based in Lisbon. You will define the test strategy, lead a team of Test Analysts, and ensure high-quality testing across the project lifecycle.

You will coordinate testing activities, monitor progress, report to stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies in a global delivery context.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Software Testing.
• Previous experience as a Test Lead or Test Coordinator.
• Experience defining test strategies and test plans.
• Knowledge of Octane, Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with APIs and SQL.
• Strong analytical, coordination and communication skills.
• Experience in Banking or Insurance sector is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement Test Strategy and Master Test Plans.
• Coordinate and support Test Analysts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Plan, execute and monitor testing activities.
• Manage test reporting, defect follow-up and Go/No-Go decisions.
• Communicate project status and testing progress to stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.

Skills

Test leadership

Test management

Stakeholder communication

Quality assurance

Tools

Octane

Jira

Confluence

APIs

SQL

Job description

Are you an experienced Test Leader looking for your next challenge in an international environment?

We are currently recruiting a Senior Test Leader to join a long-term project within the Banking & Insurance sector, working with international teams and contributing to the delivery of high-quality testing services.

Your main responsibilities:

• Define and implement Test Strategy and Master Test Plans
• Coordinate and support Test Analysts throughout the project lifecycle
• Plan, execute and monitor testing activities
• Manage test reporting, defect follow-up and Go/No-Go decisions
• Communicate project status and testing progress to stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies

We're looking for professionals with:

• 5+ years of experience in Software Testing
• Previous experience as a Test Lead or Test Coordinator
• Experience defining test strategies and test plans
• Knowledge of Octane, Jira and Confluence
• Experience with APIs and SQL
• Strong analytical, coordination and communication skills
• Experience in the Banking or Insurance sector will be considered a strong advantage.