Software Quality Assurance Manager

  • Full-time
  • Legal Entity: Bosch Service Solutions S.R.L.

Company Description

About Bosch Service Solutions in Timișoara

Bosch Service Solutions is a leading service provider of enterprise and IT solutions. It designs and provides best-in-class services, including software-based solutions, consulting and management, AI, automation and customer experience. We’re on a mission to exceed customer expectations and continually elevate industry standards. Our colleagues contribute to this mission through their commitment, in an environment where diversity is valued and where everyone can bring their own contribution.

Our promise to our colleagues is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and inspire each other. Join us and see the difference.

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Job Description

  • Lead test management strategy, planning, and execution for the assigned Bosch Ecosystem, embedding AI-driven testing solutions and intelligent automation.
  • Define and drive test strategy, governance, and coverage within Agile, Waterfall and DevOps environments, leveraging data-driven and AI-supported quality insights.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of test engineers and automation specialists, fostering innovation and adoption of modern testing practices.
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality software through structured, risk-based, and automated testing approaches, with a focus on reducing technical debt and improving product quality.
  • Establish and oversee scalable automation frameworks, integrating advanced automation capabilities (e.g., self-healing, smart execution) while enforcing QA standards.
  • Define, manage and secure resources for the test periods/phases (people, tools, infrastructure).
  • Perform critical reviews of test suites, test approaches, and test data, driving optimization, efficiency, and sustainable quality improvements.
  • Define and implement robust test methodologies to ensure end-to-end validation across the test lifecycle, including effective test data management.
  • Monitor, report, and present QA metrics, assess risks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives based on measurable outcomes.
  • Act as the primary interface between QA, development, product management, and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on quality objectives and delivery standards.

Qualifications

  • University Diploma, High school Diploma
  • Language: English B2/C1 proficiency (fluent)
  • 5+ years of experience in software testing/QA, including 2+ years in a Test Manager or leadership role.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing AI-driven testing solutions and intelligent test automation strategies to improve quality, accelerate delivery, and reduce manual effort.
  • Hands-on experience with automated testing and inspection tools such as SonarQube, Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, TestNG, or similar frameworks.
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage automation and AI to reduce technical debt, improve code quality, and enable continuous quality engineering practices.
  • Understanding of system-level and requirements-based testing, and test coverage strategies, with focus on optimizing coverage through intelligent test selection and risk-based approach.
  • Knowledge of test design techniques such as equivalence class formation, boundary value analysis, state transition testing, use case-based testing, exploratory testing.
  • Proven experience in testing REST APIs, cloud-based solutions (Azure), and distributed architectures, including the use of automation frameworks and service virtualization.
  • Experience in introducing scalable test automation architectures and continuous testing frameworks across complex landscapes.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team management capabilities, with experience in building high-performing QA teams and driving a quality-first culture.
  • Good understanding of SW Development frameworks and methodologies (Agile and Waterfall), with the ability to integrate testing seamlessly into Agile and DevOps workflows.
  • Experience with common tools for planning, tracking, and reporting tests (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, ALM Octane, TestRail, qTest).
  • Familiarity with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 9126/25010 for software quality, ISTQB standard).
  • Good knowledge of version control systems such as Git or similar systems, especially for automated testing.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in complex environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts, AI-driven insights, and quality metrics into business value for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
  • Proactive mindset with willingness to learn, adapt, and take ownership, especially in the context of emerging AI technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Certifications:

  • ISTQB Advanced Level (Test Manager or equivalent)
  • Readiness to travel internationally (EU).

 

Additional Information

LikeABosch Benefits:

Financial benefits:

  • Flexible benefits system – In addition to your salary, we provide 2700 RON/year through your benefits account, allowing reimbursements based on your preferences;
  • Meal tickets - A balanced diet includes at least one hot meal per day, therefore we offer you meal tickets with a value of 40 Ron;
  • Company Performance Related Pay - Your contribution to Bosch is valuable. Celebrate a successful year with the company performance related pay.
  • Celebrate together - We Like to give presents to our Loved ones, therefore we offer you 300 Ron for Christmas and Easter. Your minor children will enjoy this benefit too, as they will also receive 300 Ron;
  • Loyalty bonus: We value your commitment and at 5 years you will receive 750 RON, at 10 years 1500 RON, and for every additional 5 years brings another 1500 RON. It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of our journey.
  • Language courses - A new language is key to a new world, so we invite you to learn languages in your free time and get a discount of up to 1200 RON/year (e.g.: two modules of 600 RON each). Please note that the discount is based on the certification that you have passed the specific module.
  • Referral bonuses - We build our teams on trust, so we encourage you to refer new candidates to us through our program: Recommend Bosch. For certain positions, we will honor you with an attractive bonus;
  • Relocation package - If you’re being recruited from more than 50 km away, we provide a standard relocation package of 2500 RON (conditions apply). This is a one-time fee, paid together with your first salary.
  • Life events celebration - Your family is growing while working at Bosch? We congratulate your newborn with a 5000 RON bonus; 
  • Unforeseen situations - In case of unfortunate events, we support you by offering you free days and financial support (handled on a case-by-case basis);
  • Discounts to our partners - We have a strong network in our community so we can offer you discounts to various businesses such as ISHO, Vodafone, and others.

Work-Life Balance:

  • Smart Work – Our work contracts include home office days as a standard benefit. Talk to your leader for more information.
  • Flex-time possibility - We care about your schedule, therefore we try to offer you flexible working hours, according to personal and business needs. Please discuss this with your leader.
  • Growing number of vacation days - Work-life balance is essential for us, therefore we offer you 1 more day of vacation for every 2 years you spend in Bosch. We start with 25 days.
  • Internal communities - You are welcome to become an active member of our internal communities: Trainers Community, Wellbeing Community, Quality Ambassadors, Project Management Ambassadors, IT Community, and many others;
  • Work from abroad: Do you want to work a few days from abroad? Our Smart Work concept allows you to work from outside Romania for up to 30 days per year. Conditions apply. Please contact HR for support.

Health and sport:

  • Medical subscription - We know how important health is, so you get a medical subscription through the Regina Maria network, paid by the company—extended package of medical tests, free or reduced ultrasounds, and consultations.
  • Sports benefits - Being active helps you in your personal and professional Life, so we encourage you to stay in shape by using the 7Card discount for Smartfit Studio; See also: flexible benefits;
  • Psychological counseling -Through the medical subscription, you can benefit from several free psychological counseling sessions at Clinicile Oana Nicolau and at a discounted price afterward.

Development:

  • Bookster- the road to self-improvement is paved by books. Borrow the books that interest you and your family through the Library that comes to your office (and your home).
  • Training and certifications -We believe in a Life-Long Learning approach, so we invite you to take part in technical and soft skills training delivered by our internal training team and through other methods.
  • Professional Development - Great opportunities to develop yourself within the company. Choose between different career paths: expert, project manager, or associates manager. Whether an upward or lateral move – we’ll be by your side.
  • Team-buildings - We organize yearly team-building activities for your department, so you get to know each other and build trust among your peers;
  • International Assignments - You can work on international projects with and in other Bosch Locations, as we have offices in more than 60 countries worldwide;
  • Diversity and multicultural mindset - More than 10 different nations are represented  and  several  Languages are spoken  by  our colleagues. Diversity Day is a special day dedicated to sharing our diverse cultural experiences.

 

 

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