System Test Manager

BSL; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

BSL is seeking an experienced System Test Manager to lead the testing team and ensure delivery of high-quality software products. You will plan, coordinate, and oversee testing activities, define effective test strategies, and manage resources to meet project timelines and quality standards, including support during night and after-office hours when required.

You will drive test planning, oversee all testing phases, monitor metrics, and collaborate with project managers to align testing with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field.
• 15+ years in software testing and QA with 10+ years in management.
• Experience leading end-to-end testing on large-scale projects in Agile and Waterfall.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies, plans and processes.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of testers for quality delivery.
• Collaborate with project managers, software managers, and stakeholders to define scope.
• Oversee functional, regression, integration, performance, and UAT testing.
• Define, monitor, and report testing metrics to senior management.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to software releases.
• Manage test environments, tools, and automation frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal policies.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes via retrospectives.
• Coordinate testing activities with external vendors/partners as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Testing strategies

Agile & Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

JIRA

TestRail

Selenium

UFT

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated System Test Manager to lead our testing team and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. The ideal candidate will plan, coordinate, and oversee all testing activities, define effective test strategies, and manage resources to meet project timelines and quality standards, including support during night and after-office hours when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive test strategies, plans, and processes aligned with project requirements and business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of testers to ensure high productivity, quality, and motivation.
• Collaborate closely with project manager, software manager, and stakeholders to clarify requirements and define testing scope.
• Oversee test execution across all phases including functional, regression, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing.
• Define, monitor, and report key testing metrics, providing regular updates on progress, quality, and risks to senior management.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to software releases and deployments.
• Manage test environments, tools, and automation frameworks to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality policies.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes through feedback and retrospectives.
• Coordinate testing activities with external vendors or partners when applicable.
• Provide support for night and after-office hour testing activities as required.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 15 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance, with a minimum of 10 years in a managerial role leading end-to-end testing for large-scale projects in both Agile and Waterfall environments.
• Experience in large scale projects testing and commissioning in the transport/traffic management domain (especially enterprise-wide Traffic Management System related) would be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail), automation tools (e.g., Selenium, UFT), and defect tracking systems.
• Proven experience in vendor/partner collaboration and effective stakeholder management.
• Deep expertise in test management practices and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with performance testing is a plus.