GDC Test Manager / Test Automation Lead

Microsoft, cloud & Infrastructure, some experience, consultant
Philippines

Roles and Responsibilities

Test Strategy - design, document, and implement comprehensive test strategies and plans aligned with business goals—including scope definition, timelines, risk assessments, resource planning, and  

Test Automation - develop and oversee test automation strategies; execute and monitor automated testing activities when needed 

Resource & Team Management - lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of testers (manual and automation). Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, role assignment, and performance evaluation to ensure high-quality delivery. 

Test Monitoring – oversee test case execution, defect tracking, test environment setup, and resource allocation. Monitor progress and resolve issues to keep testing on track. 

Defect & Risk Management - manage the defect lifecycle, including logging, prioritizing, and verification. Conduct risk analysis and apply mitigation strategies to safeguard testing quality. 

Process Improvement & Quality Assurance - define and enforce QA policies, procedures, documentation standards, and continuous improvement initiatives. Embrace best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 25010). 

Stakeholder Management - provide regular updates to stakeholders including testing progress, metrics (coverage, defect trends), and overall quality status. Use insights to inform decision-making and project direction. 

DevOps Integration - integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines or DevOps workflows for continuous delivery. 

Budgeting & Cost Management - when applicable, estimate testing effort and manage budgets for personnel, tools, training, and infrastructure. Ensure resource efficiency within project constraints. 

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Qualifications

  • At least three years of experience working as a test manager 

  • At least five years of experience being involved in testing activities on SAP projects;  

  • Extensive experience in automated testing is a must; at least 3 years of experience 

  • In-depth knowledge of Tosca Tricentis is required; at least 3 years of experience 

  • Knowledge in work management tools (DevOps, Cloud ALM or JIRA) is a plus 

  • Willing to work EU shift or travel internationally when needed. 

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