QP109 / Test Manager

We are continuously looking for Test Managers, if you are experiences within the domain, don’t hesitate to send your CV so that we can map your qualifications to our client’s needs.

Usually our clients require the Test Managers to be onsite, but this is not always the case and might differ from a client to another. For specified Test Management requests there will be separate posts.

As the world continues developing at astonishing speeds, people from all walks of life are coming into contact with software apps and products of all kinds. This makes it very important to test the quality of these programs and applications.

Before a digital product is launched, test managers are responsible for testing them in terms of functionality and usability. In particular, they act as an interface between project management, other testers, the developers and finally, the customer.

Test managers are responsible for the planning, coordination, and control of various test activities. They first create a test process and test strategy that analyzes which test methods and tools are suitable and used for test activities.

Test managers take over the technical management and control of the test team. They ensure that team communication is smooth, delegate work processes and test activities, and bring together impressions and statistics that analysts have created, for example.

Typical tasks and responsibilities:

• Organizing the testing process
• Planning, coordination, and control of the various test activities
• Development and definition of suitable test methods and test tools
• Technical management and control of the testing team
• Documentation of the test activities and preparation of the results
• Definition and monitoring of quality goals
• Ensuring high-quality products are delivered to clients

One of the most important skills for a test manager is their level of communication. This is because not only do they have to work in sync within a team but they must also correspond with different stakeholders.

Furthermore, unplanned changes and developments can always occur during a test phase. Therefore, test managers should also be flexible. They are also characterized by good analytical and conceptual skills, initiative and organizational strength, as well as keen leadership skills.

The necessary skills:

• Ability to report, track, and create test status reports
• Proactivity
• Good knowledge of test management tools
• Good communication skills

Have you worked with the different test levels and procedures? then don’t hesitate to send in your CV today!!!