Test Manager / QA Lead

As a Test Manager for German projects, your responsibilities will include:

• Defining and aligning test strategies for implementation and transformation projects
• Steering test preparation and execution activities across teams and workstreams
• Ensuring excellent quality and consistency of test documentation (plans, concepts, evidence, reporting)
• Providing consistent and transparent test progress reporting to stakeholders (status, risks, decisions, defect trends)
• Demonstrating a proactive approach to using AI-powered tools (ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Power BI, etc.) and digital technologies to improve efficiency, support informed decision-making, solve complex problems, and embrace continuous learning in a rapidly evolving workplace.

Requirements of the role:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Economics, Business Administration, Business Informatics, Business Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience as a Test Manager on large-scale projects, ideally within an ITIL environment
• Banking and/or insurance domain experience is a strong plus
• Strong skills in managing external and internal stakeholders; confident in a client-facing consulting setting
• Experience using German (C1) and English (B2-C1) in a professional environment
• ISTQB certification (Expert level or equivalent) is a plus—practical delivery experience is key
• Experience with test tools such as Azure Test Plans / Azure DevOps, Micro Focus ALM, Jira Xray, Jira, Confluence, Selenium, UiPath, SoapUI
• Ability to apply or enable test automation (e.g., UI browser-based testing with Selenium; SAP Solution Manager / Azure DevOps / Micro Focus ALM where applicable)

What we offer:

• International Projects: Work with clients from the DACH region and be part of an international environment that provides exciting opportunities for professional growth and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Growth Opportunities: Join a growing team with clear paths for career development – both in testing expertise and in consulting/management roles.
• Hybrid Work Model: Flexible working arrangements, including a mix of remote work and travel to Prague, Germany or other locations for collaboration and training, depending on project needs.
• Supportive Team Environment: Become part of a strong team that values independence, ownership and teamwork in a collaborative setting.
• Modern Technologies: Work with up-to-date tools and platforms in testing, automation and cloud-based solutions in the financial services sector.

Benefits you can enjoy while working:

• Financial Rewards: Benefit from regular salary reviews, performance bonuses and other special bonuses. Enjoy meal contributions and a cafeteria benefit system offering personalized choices.
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy our hybrid working policy, flexible working hours, 2 extra days off during Christmas along with Sick-days. Every minute of your extra work is valued and compensated.
• Career Development: Engage in tailored internal and external training programs as well as structured career development plan.
• Health & Well-being: Access premium benefits such as Multisport card, physiotherapy consultations, or a medical center membership. Take advantage of our Well-being and Work-Life Coaching program.
• Supportive Culture: Participate in teambuilding activities and social events and join our employee referral program. Experience a culture with regular feedback and a supportive environment.
• Global Opportunities: Seize the opportunity for international assignments and work on diverse projects with international clients. Explore the world while working with the possibility of working from abroad.
• Extra perks: Use various discounts at partner companies such as cars, health care, beauty, culture or others. Transfer up to 4 telephone numbers at discounted rates.

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