Test Lead
Switzerland
Job Description
Test Lead
Bern, Bern
Job Summary
To plan, deploy and manage the testing effort/work plans for the project [module] to meet the client /internal requirements as per the quality standards prescribed.
Key Responsibilities
1. To participate in functional as well as technical discussions with the client /team to understand functional /design specifications ,highlight performance concerns, inconsistencies ,prepare automated test scripts,maintain test case suite,ensure the appropriate test environments and infrastructures are in place/kept upto date.
2. To develop and continuously improve automated tests as new system features/ enhancements are developed and accordingly create work plans| monitor and track the work schedule for on time delivery as per the defined quality standards.
3. To create reusable /scalable test automation framework, develop test strategies/plans, maintain test data and to submit status reports for minimizing exposure and risks on the project or closure of escalations.
4. To develop/guide and mentor QA engineers in the use of the testing framework , enhancing their technical capabilities and increasing productivity.
2. To develop and continuously improve automated tests as new system features/ enhancements are developed and accordingly create work plans| monitor and track the work schedule for on time delivery as per the defined quality standards.
3. To create reusable /scalable test automation framework, develop test strategies/plans, maintain test data and to submit status reports for minimizing exposure and risks on the project or closure of escalations.
4. To develop/guide and mentor QA engineers in the use of the testing framework , enhancing their technical capabilities and increasing productivity.
Skill Requirements
| Test Manager – IT Retail Domain (Development Environment) Role Title: Test Manager Experience: 6–8 Years Domain: IT – Retail / Digital & Enterprise Systems Environment: Development / QA / UAT Employment Type: Full‑time Role Overview We are looking for a Test Manager with 6–8 years of experience to manage and drive end‑to‑end testing activities for Retail IT applications in a development‑focused environment. The role involves test planning, execution oversight, defect management, and coordination with development and business teams to ensure delivery of high‑quality retail solutions across e‑commerce, POS, ERP, and integrated systems. Key Responsibilities Test Planning & Strategy Define and execute test strategy and test plans for retail IT applications. Estimate testing efforts, plan resources, and manage testing schedules. Ensure testing aligns with development and release cycles. Test Execution Management Manage execution of: Functional Testing System & Integration Testing Regression Testing Support for UAT Ensure complete coverage of retail business scenarios and workflows. Monitor test progress and ensure timely defect closure. Retail Domain Testing Oversee testing of Retail IT systems, including: E‑commerce platforms POS and store systems Inventory, pricing, promotions, and payments Order Management, fulfillment, and returns Validate end‑to‑end retail flows such as order‑to‑cash and replenishment. Defect & Quality Management Manage defect lifecycle using tools like JIRA / ALM. Perform defect triage and coordinate fixes with development teams. Track and report quality metrics, risks, and release readiness. Team & Stakeholder Coordination Lead and guide test engineers and test leads. Work closely with developers, product owners, and business users. Participate in agile ceremonies and release sign‑offs. Required Skills & Experience Core Testing Skills 6–8 years of experience in software testing / QA management Strong experience in: Test planning and execution management Defect management and reporting Testing in development‑led environments (Agile / Hybrid) Retail IT Domain Knowledge Experience working in the Retail IT domain Good understanding of: E‑commerce and omnichannel retail flows Inventory, pricing, promotions, and payments ERP / POS / OMS integrations Tools & Methodologies Hands‑on experience with test management and defect tools (JIRA, Zephyr, ALM, TestRail, etc.) Familiarity with automation testing concepts and CI/CD pipelines Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments Good to Have Exposure to automation and performance testing Experience testing cloud‑based retail platforms ISTQB or equivalent certification Knowledge of retail compliance and security testing Soft Skills & Competencies Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills Clear communication and reporting abilities Risk‑based testing mindset Ability to manage multiple releases and tight timelines Experience working on business‑critical retail applications Career Growth Opportunity to grow into Senior Test Manager / QA Lead Ownership of Retail IT quality initiatives Key role in ensuring stable and customer‑ready retail releases |
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