Job Description

Role of the Test Manager

Solid experience in mobile and enterprise application testing within the finance sector and banking environments. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing requirements, and ensuring compliance with accessibility and regulatory standards (e.g. EU 2016/2102). Proficient in test planning, UX validation, and defect tracking across Android and iOS platforms. Strong background in project governance, quality assurance, stakeholder communication and sypporting cybersecurity initiatives within finance-driven digital ecosystems.

Responsibilities

Define and implement test strategies to ensure software quality and compliance with financial regulatory standards. Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage testing activities across mobile and enterprise platforms used by banks and financial institutions. Oversee risk analysis, defect tracking, and release planning, ensuring secure and reliable delivery of finance-related applications. Support continuous improvement, documentation, and alignment between IT and business objectives.

Qualifications, experience and skills

Essential:

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. Certifications such as ISTQB (Foundation and Advanced Test Analyst), Agile Master Certified, or SCRUM (SAMC, SAFe) are highly valued. Experience in

international or European institutions

or large-scale multi-vendor projects. Excellent command of

English (C1 level)

, both written and spoken.

Desirable:

Additional certifications in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or IT governance (e.g., COBIT, ITIL) are a plus. Knowledge of additional EU languages. Experience in international or European financial institutions or large-scale multi-vendor banking projects.

Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential to:

Minimum 12–10 years of experience in software testing, with at least 3–5 years in a Test Manager or QA Lead role. Proven track record in managing testing for complex systems, especially in finance, banking, or fintech environments. Experience with regulatory compliance testing (e.g., PSD2, GDPR, DORA) and accessibility standards (e.g. EU 2016/2102). Familiarity with large-scale digital transformation or cloud migration projects in financial services. Ability to communicate effectively with technical stakeholders in banking and finance. Skilled in negotiating within international and multicultural financial environments.

Level : Senior


Delivery mode: Remote from Europe (with flexibility to travel occasionally to meet the Client)


Client’s location : Frankfurt am Main (Germany)


Only EU Citizens