SW Test Architect / Manager

sHR Consultancy; Fatih; On-site; TRY 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the fintech sector as a SW Test Architect / Manager, where you'll lead the design and execution of innovative test strategies across a cutting-edge payment platform. This role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and a quality-first culture, allowing you to influence the development of modern payment solutions. With a focus on agile practices and a flat organizational structure, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment that values ownership and contribution. If you're passionate about driving quality in software testing and automation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible vacation period

Training and development opportunities

Flat organization

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in software testing and test automation.
• Proven experience in building or scaling test frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve software test architecture for complex platforms.
• Lead a team of test engineers to deliver high-quality automated tests.

Skills

Test Automation

Software Testing

CI/CD Integration

Analytical Thinking

Team Leadership

Education

BSc in Computer Engineering

MSc in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Pytest

Robot Framework

Selenium

Jenkins

Job description

For our customer who provides innovative payment solutions in fintech industry, we are looking for a SW Test Architect / Manager!

Job Description

Our customer develops end-to-end payment platform from payment terminal to back-end servers. They provide innovative payment solutions involving very modern technology and design for needs of banks, fin-techs and retailers. They are expert on solutions for cashless payment transactions that the banking/financial sector needs, such as contactless & contact credit cards and payment terminals. The line-up of products covers all solutions from hardware to software, including operating system of a terminal, EMV schemes, banking / payment applications, security / cryptography and back-end servers for payment platform.

As a SW Test Architect / Manager, you will lead the charge in designing and executing scalable, efficient, and sustainable test strategies across the entire payment platform stack.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Designing and evolving the software test architecture to support complex, modular platforms
• Leading and mentoring a team of test engineers to deliver high-quality, automated test coverage
• Driving continuous integration and test automation strategy
• Working closely with development to ensure high product quality from concept to deployment
• Ensuring testing practices and tools evolve with the state of the art in embedded systems and back-end technologies
• Evangelizing a quality-first culture across all engineering teams

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline
• 6+ years of experience in software testing and test automation, with at least 1 year in a leadership or architecture role
• Proven experience in building or scaling test frameworks for complex systems (embedded and/or backend)
• Strong knowledge of test strategies, coverage models, and integration with CI/CD pipelines
• Experience in test automation tools (e.g. Pytest, Robot Framework, Selenium, Jenkins, etc.)
• Familiarity with standards and certification requirements in the fintech/payments domain is a big plus (e.g., EMVCo, PCI, ISO8583)
• Excellent analytical thinking, documentation, and communication skills
• A team player mindset with the ability to influence across teams and roles

How to become successful @our customer:

• Architect test solutions that balance coverage, speed, and sustainability
• Think strategically, act hands-on when needed
• Challenge the status quo: continuously look for smarter ways to deliver quality
• Mentor with purpose, lead with empathy
• Enjoy collaboration in a flat, flexible organization

About the work environment:

• Agile culture: Be adaptive, collaborative, and always curious
• Pragmatism is appreciated (yes, including using the french press when the coffee machine breaks!)
• Ownership is valued more than hours
• Respect is earned by contribution and attitude—not by title

What is offered:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive benefit package
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible vacation period including the first year (starting from your first day)
• No unnecessary hierarchy, flat organization

For application send your CV to: [e-mail]