QA/Test Manager

  • Full-time
  • Department: Enterprise Applications

Company Description

Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally. 

Job Description

  • Looking for a Strong QA Test manager with an extensive 10 or 12 + Years of experience 
  • Highly skilled Oracle Test Manager/Lead
  • Responsible for end-to-end test management
  • Test strategy including supporting test planning and test scripting best practices
  • Test design and Test execution with test reporting and defect logging processes including coordination between upstream and downstream systems for testing
  • Comfortable managing a hybrid team of test analysts and client end users/Subject matter experts
  • Ability to work independently and remotely, with willingness travel for client engagements as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create Test strategy and test plans.
  • Coordinate defect triage meetings.
  • Risk Management, Mitigation & Client Communication and Co-ordination.
  • Build test strategy, test plan and schedule based on the overall project timelines.
  • Coach teams in Test scripting best practices.
  • Familiarity with automated testing solutions.
  • Review of all test artefacts like test scripts, test logs, defect logs and test summary report.
  • Coordinate and support SIT and UAT lead for SIT/UAT planning and execution.
  • Staffing the project with Version 1 resources, and working with Clients and Third Parties and manage their activities to ensure an on-time completion of the project.
  • Adhere to Version 1 standards and policies.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the support and training of fellow colleagues.
  • Remain product knowledge current.
  • Performance Indicators / Targets.
  • High customer satisfaction ratings (internal & external).
  • All project related activities delivered efficiently as part of a recognised Project methodology.
  • Quarterly objectives set during appraisals are met.

Qualifications

  • Test management and defect management.
  • A minimum of 6 years’ experience in Oracle testing environment of implementations, upgrades with knowledge and experience of multiple ERP/HCM modules environment with experience of at least 1 full upgrade or implementation project testing lifecycle.
  • Desire for excellence.
  • Able to identify and solve problems.
  • Innovative thinker; able to turn customer requirements into workable solutions.
  • Flexible but methodical and thorough approach; excellent organizational and analytical skills, process-oriented.
  • Able to demonstrable experience in a similar role.
  • Excellent time management skills; able to work under pressure, can meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, solution-driven environment.

Additional Information

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.

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