Senior Engineering Manager Test & Automation

Oversee the design, development, and deployment of software solutions.

Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.

Participate in reviews and contribute to hands-on development when needed.

Collaborate with product managers, product owners, designers, and stakeholders to define requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Manage sprint planning, task allocation, and delivery timelines.

Identify risks, resolve blockers, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Strive for 100% say-do ratio, meaning we deliver on our commitments

Owner of technical competencies within assigned area and facilitator/promoter to ensure these technologies are leveraged across the wider organization.

Suggests and supports changes to systems, tools and processes to optimize overall business performance.

Participates in strategic planning process for the relevant product

Works with Service to implement service concepts and requirements into new designs, technology and development.

Works with Quality to ensure product quality during design and production.

Collaborates closely with product line teams to transfer digital technologies from development into the new product introduction process.

Adheres to the digital development process as well as the product lifecycle process whilst also actively driving improvements for best practice.

Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Drive process adherence, improvements, automation, and efficiency within the team.

Champion a culture of innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning.

Act as the escalation point for complex technical issues, guiding the team in diagnosing and resolving problems efficiently.

Apply and teach structured problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.

Encourage a proactive mindset within the team, ensuring potential issues are anticipated and mitigated before they impact delivery.

Balance short-term fixes with long-term improvements to maintain system stability and scalability.

Think solutions rather than problems

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

Proven experience (5+ years) in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

Strong proficiency in testing methodologies, test management and automation tools

Certificate of ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Management advantageous

Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and agile methodologies.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to balance technical depth with strategic leadership.

Fluent in English

Continuous improvement.

Significant progressive experience in product development and engineering. Prior experience with system integration and/or as an architect in multiple software/system projects.

Knowledgeable in program management; hardware, software & product design development activities including advanced process & development technology.

Understanding of technical challenges within key markets digital preferred

Effective communicator and leader, makes commitments and delivers on promises.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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