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Test Manager

Job Posted: 20 hours ago

Salary: £ 500 - 600 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: RG1, Reading, Berkshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Copello Global are seeking an experienced Test Manager on an initial 12 month basis to lead and oversee the full testing lifecycle across a complex software development environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and delivering robust test strategies, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and embedding effective testing practices within development pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

  * Develop, own, and deliver the end-to-end Test Strategy for multiple software initiatives.

  * Oversee and coordinate all phases of testing, including unit, integration, system, UAT, performance, and security testing.

  * Manage day-to-day test activities, ensuring quality standards are met across all deliverables.

  * Work closely with internal stakeholders, engineering teams, and delivery managers to ensure testing is effectively integrated into CI/CD pipelines.

  * Ensure all test processes and outputs align with organisational goals, project requirements, and regulatory standards.

  * Provide leadership, direction, and mentoring to the wider testing team.

  * Monitor defects, ensure effective triage, and drive timely resolution.

  * Produce clear reporting on test progress, risks, and issues for senior stakeholders.

Essential Skills & Experience

  * Strong, demonstrable experience as a Test Manager within complex software development environments.

  * Proven track record of defining and implementing test strategies and managing all testing phases.

  * Experience working in Agile and/or Waterfall delivery models.

  * Understanding of API technologies, integration patterns, and associated testing approaches.

  * Working knowledge of OWASP standards and secure testing practices.

  * Hands-on experience delivering end-to-end test solutions across distributed software ecosystems.

  * Experience embedding testing within modern CI/CD pipelines.

  * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

  * Experience with cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, or similar).

  * Exposure to automation tools and frameworks.

  * ISTQB certification or equivalent.

Role is offering hybrid working, 3 days onsite in Berkshire, 2 days remote. Role is paying £600 per day (inside IR35)

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