Job Details
Test Manager
AQA
Expires in 6 days
Overview
At AQA, we are committed to advancing education and we are committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the United Kingdom, we mark over ten million exam papers each year and it is our people who make this happen.
£63,866 to £72,000
per year
Full time, Permanent
(35 hours per week.)
Manchester
Key information
You will ensure predictable and successful delivery of software for AQA’s key operational systems. Your leadership will drive best in class testing practices, supporting AQA’s transition to cloud technologies and agile delivery models. You will lead initiatives that enhance AQA’s technology landscape, championing agile practices and automation first approaches. By driving innovation and continuous improvement, you will help us deliver solutions that empower learners and educators, while positioning AQA as a leader in digital transformation.
About the role
- Leading and managing all test activities across functional, non functional, automated and manual testing.
- Driving continuous improvement in testing processes and tools aligned to agile principles.
- Building strong relationships with stakeholders and ensuring timely, high quality delivery of software solutions.
For the full job description, including the keys areas of responsibilities and accountabilities, please click the 'apply now' button.
If you have any requirements for reasonable adjustments in relation to the application, interview or the prospective job, please email Faye Harrison at: fharrison@aqa.org.uk or call on: 07813 724161. We are asking for this information to make the process as equitable as possible for each candidate.
Requirements
- Significant experience in leading functional and non functional testing teams, including automation.
- Strong understanding of agile software development lifecycle and testing methodologies.
- Proven ability to manage, mentor and develop technical teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with tools such as: JIRA, MTM, TFS or similar.
For the full person specification, please click the 'apply now' button.
Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.