Software Test Manager

Software Test Manager required in Bellville on contract. 8+ Years’ experience in Manual and Automation Testing with at least 4 years in a management role. Broad experience in Software Testing, Manual and Automation, is required. Great communication and “out of the box” thinker. Able to put a “Consultant” hat on when it comes to testing methodologies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Software Testing Discipline
  • Establish Software Testing discipline as an integral component of the Software Development Lifecycle and report on measurable quality improvements
  • Be the primary contact for all matters related to Testing.
• Implement and Manage Software Testing Process and Tooling
  • Plan, manage, and measure the Software Testing discipline so that the company can be confident that their Software Testing team operates like an industry leading team
  • Identify the correct tools and Testing process, and ensure cadence with the Software Development team’s agile practices
  • Preparation and review of test plans
  • Monitor all Software Testing activity, test results, defect rates and areas of improvement
  • Bearing continuous improvement in mind, constantly review the testing process and drive further efficiencies and improvements
  • Utilize all quality and testing tools optimally, including balancing automation versus manual testing
• Lead Continuous Improvement in Software Testing team
  • Demonstrate the value that testing processes add through a metric-driven approach
  • Champion the value and benefits of testing to the business and other senior managers through regular communication and knowledge-sharing
• Mentor and coach Software Testing team members
  • Work with the Test team to develop personal development and training plans and provide opportunity for learning (report on this annually)
  • Mentoring and coaching to Test team members, ensuring the success of the team’s Design delivery

Requirements

• Matric, Relevant Tertiary Qualification would be preferential
• 8+ years’ experience in the Full Software Testing Lifecycle
• 4+ years’ experience in a Management/Team Leadership role - Building and managing Software Testing teams, able to recognise and bring out the best in the team
  • Demonstrable experience in manual and automated Testing
  • Experience of modern Test automation and monitoring tools
  • Functional and non-functional testing experience
  • Comfortable writing and debugging code
  • Strong communication skills, dealing with all levels of management and peers within an organisation
  • Working with stakeholders to ensure Software Testing vision is understood and implemented correctly
  • Experience of working with teams following an agile methodology