SW Test Architect / Manager

sHR Consultancy; Fatih; On-site; TRY 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech consultancy in Turkey is seeking a SW Test Architect / Manager to lead software testing strategies for their innovative payment platform. This role requires 6+ years of experience in software testing, team leadership, and a strong knowledge of test automation tools. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, including flexible vacation and a flat organizational structure.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Competitive benefit package

Training and development opportunities

Flexible vacation period

Qualifications

• 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).
• Familiarity with standards and certification requirements in the fintech/payments domain is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and evolve the software test architecture to support complex, modular platforms.
• Lead and mentor a team of test engineers to deliver high-quality, automated test coverage.
• Drive continuous integration and test automation strategy.

Skills

Software testing

Test automation

Analytical thinking

Team player

Education

BSc or MSc in Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

How to apply

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