Automation Test Manager

the edge contracting services pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The edge contracting services pte. ltd. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Software Test Manager to lead QA for innovative projects.

You will define testing strategies, oversee manual and automated testing, and drive defect resolution and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree in CS/IT, 4+ years in software testing including 2 years in leadership, and hands-on experience with JIRA, TestRail, Tosca, and Selenium.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 4+ years in software testing, including 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and testing methodologies.
• Hands-on with test management tools (JIRA, TestRail) and automation tools (Tosca, Selenium).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies and plans for new and existing applications.
• Oversee manual and automated testing to ensure coverage of features.
• Coordinate and execute user acceptance testing (UAT) with business teams.
• Collaborate with development and QA to identify, track, and resolve defects.
• Lead and mentor the testing team to foster a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

SDLC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology

Tools

JIRA

TestRail

Tosca

Selenium

Job description

Software Test Manager - Singapore

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Test Manager to lead and drive the quality assurance processes for innovative projects. In this role, you will define and implement robust testing strategies to ensure that the applications meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Strategy & Planning:
  Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies for new and existing applications.
  Design test approaches, plans, cases, and scripts based on requirements and specifications.
• Execution & Oversight:
  Oversee manual and automated testing processes to ensure thorough coverage of application functionalities.
  Collaborate with business teams to coordinate and execute user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Defect Management:
  Work closely with development teams and business analysts to troubleshoot and resolve defects in a timely manner.
  Monitor testing progress, providing regular updates to stakeholders on test results, defects, risks, and issues.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Research and implement new tools and techniques to enhance testing methodologies.
  Ensure compliance with industry best practices for quality assurance and testing.
• Leadership & Collaboration:
  Lead and mentor the testing team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
  Facilitate effective communication between the testing team and other departments to promote a quality-first mindset.

An Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in software testing, including 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail) and automation tools (e.g., Tosca, Selenium).
• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams while fostering collaboration and innovation.

This is a 1 year contract to start, renewable and convertible to permanent.