Test Manager

WHO WE ARE?

Being the daughter company of Swisscom - leading telecommunications company and one of the most sustainable and innovative companies in Switzerland - we share the same values, vision and goals.

As a trustworthy and efficient Swisscom IT service partner, we create valuable customer experiences. We work in a strong collaboration with our Partners in Switzerland and attract and retain high performers.

We're expanding our footprint in Riga and actively seeking 50+ DevOps Engineers to join our growing teams within this year.

We invite driven professionals to join us, grow with us, and help shape the future.

Team: You ensure the planning and execution of cross-application testing activities, coordinating a small team of test engineers.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Developing Test Strategies and Plans: creating comprehensive test strategies and plans that align with requirements and ensure thorough coverage of functionalities

• Managing the Testing Process: coordinating all phases of testing, including integration testing and acceptance testing

• Leading the Test Team: mentoring, guiding, and supervising a team of testers, and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment

• Resource Allocation: allocating resources efficiently, managing workloads, and ensuring testing activities are completed within deadlines

• Risk Management: identifying potential risks in the testing process and implementing corrective measures to mitigate them

• Quality Assurance: ensuring the quality and functionality of the product by implementing rigorous testing procedures and standards.

• Defining Testing Tools and Techniques: selecting suitable testing tools, methodologies, and best practices to optimize the testing process

• Test Documentation and Reporting: preparing detailed test documentation, including test cases, and generating reports on testing activities and progress

• Defect Tracking and Management: implementing and maintaining defect tracking systems to ensure timely identification, communication, and resolution of issues, and coordinating with development teams to address any defects found

• Coordinating with Stakeholders: liaising with developers, project managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and address any issues that arise during testing

• Continuous Improvement: identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of testing activities

• Evaluating Test Results: analyzing and interpreting test results, making recommendations, and communicating findings to relevant stakeholders

• Leadership in Agile/DevOps Environments: facilitating testing in agile and DevOps settings, supporting continuous integration and delivery

What we offer:

• Salary from 4500 to 6500 EUR monthly gross

• 80 EUR monthly cell phone and internet allowance

• Flexible schedule and possibility to work in hybrid mode

• Ergonomic home office allowance in value of 500 EUR

• Possibility to work abroad for 4 weeks each year

• Premium health insurance after 1 month (with included consultations with psychologist or psychotherapist)

• Optics (200 EUR every 2 years)

• 24 working days of annual paid holiday per year

• 5 dedicated paid learning day’s annually

• Gym membership or swimming pool/water aerobics membership

• Day off on your birthday or names day

• 1 day off for social activities (voluntary project, adopting an animal)​

• Collaborative, friendly and driven work environment

• Work on innovations, cutting edge technologies and in autonomous high performance teams

• Parking options

• Continuous development environment that fosters your growth (conferences, cross-department experience sharing, learning platforms etc.)

• Annual salary review

What we expect: 

• Proven Experience in Agile/DevOps Environments: demonstrated experience as a Test Manager in large-scale Agile and DevOps settings, with the ability to integrate testing seamlessly into continuous delivery pipelines

• Expertise in Complex B2B Processes: extensive experience managing test strategies and execution for sophisticated B2B business processes, ensuring robust and reliable system performance

• Exceptional Communication and Interpersonal Skills: strong ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders, including DevOps engineers, with a personable and approachable demeanor that facilitates collaboration and understanding

• Proficiency in English: fluent in English, both written and spoken, to articulate testing insights and coordinate effectively with international teams.

Nice-to-have

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, providing a solid foundation in technical and analytical skills

• Technical Proficiency with Playwright: hands-on experience with Playwright for automated testing of web applications, enhancing testing efficiency and coverage

• Industry Experience: previous experience in the Telecommunications sector, with familiarity in its unique challenges and testing requirements.

Apply now for a new professional adventure and work with motivated colleagues from all over the world!

Join our DevOps team in Riga, backed by Swisscom - one of the leading Swiss IT providers.

NB! This position requires living or relocation to Latvia.