Test Manager - Remote

Overview

NEC Software Solutions is looking for an experienced Test Manager/Lead to oversee and drive customer-facing Test Assurance activities for Public Safety software products.

In Short

• Lead customer-facing test assurance activities for NEC’s suite of Public Safety Products.
• Write bid responses relating to testing and provide accurate estimations for all test assurance activities.
• Define and implement test strategies and generate full Requirements Traceability Matrices (RVTM).
• Develop and implement detailed test plans aligned with customer and project requirements.
• Coordinate test environments and prepare teams for all test phases (SIT, UAT, SAT, OAT, etc.).
• Manage internal and external test resources, including scheduling for releases and coordinating onshore/offshore teams.
• Identify opportunities for test automation and oversee implementation of automated test cases where feasible.
• Ensure rigorous test reporting, metrics, and defect management to provide visibility to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in test processes, standards, and toolsets in alignment with Agile practices (Scrum/Kanban).
• Ensure compliance with NEC’s Quality Management Processes.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years in a Test Lead or Test Manager role.
• Proven customer-facing experience, especially in a public sector.
• Demonstrable experience writing bid responses for testing workstreams and defining effort estimates.
• Strong background in test assurance and quality governance in complex enterprise software delivery.
• Experience producing Test Strategies, RACI matrices, and detailed test plans from scratch.
• Prior experience in test process improvement and Agile testing frameworks.
• Strong organisational and resource management skills.
• Solid understanding and hands-on experience with test automation frameworks/tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build strong, trust-based relationships with diverse stakeholder groups.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a difference in the world through public safety software.
• Work with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders.
• Engage in continuous improvement and learning within the testing domain.
• Be part of a committed team focused on delivering high-quality software solutions.