IT Test Manager H/F Ekkiden

Détail du poste

International consulting group founded in 2019, Ekkiden fosters an ecosystem of passionate and committed consultants who lead organizational, operational, and technological transformation projects in IT/Digital, Industry/R&D, and Sustainability, for large enterprises and SMEs in France, Switzerland, Spain, and Germany.

About the job :

Location : Paseo de la Castellana (Colón), Madrid

Type : Full-time

Language : Fluent English

Education : BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Engineering or similar

Certifications : ISTQB Foundation (Advanced TM level a plus), SAFe a strong plus

Your Mission

Join our ART Channels unit, focused on e-banking solutions, and take ownership of the ART-level test strategy . As a Senior IT Test Manager , you'll lead the charge on quality across agile teams-driving Shift-Left practices, test automation, reporting, and strategic alignment with global testing goals.

You will also oversee testing efforts across other applications within the domain , ensuring a consistent and sustainable quality mindset.

What You'll BE Doing

Strategic Test Leadership
- Define and execute the ART and Domain test strategy , aligned with our Global Test Strategy (GTS)
- Coach and support agile teams in adopting the strategy, including hands-on help when needed
- Drive a Shift-Left mindset , pushing testing earlier in the development lifecycle

Automation & Tools
- Guide teams in test automation at all levels , using open-source and commercial tools
- Oversee the integration of testing in CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, etc.)
- Ensure test environments, data, and tooling are efficiently managed

Governance & Quality Oversight
- Enforce quality gates and advise on release sign-offs
- Own test reporting , delivering transparency across the delivery pipeline
- Review and ensure compliance with audit standards (RFC & Readiness proof)
- Keep track of PenTest findings and mitigate risks accordingly
- Organize and lead GO/No-Go meetings for releases

Your Profile

Experience
- 5+ years of Test Management experience covering the full SDLC
- 3+ years in agile environments; SAFe knowledge is a strong asset
- Proven track record in building test strategies for Agile setups
- Hands-on coaching experience with agile teams
- Skilled in test automation frameworks , CI/CD tools , and test management tools
- Experience with JIRA and XRAY is highly desirable
- Basic banking domain knowledge required; e-banking is a strong plus

Soft Skills & Mindset
- Strong sense of responsibility and ownership
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication across all levels
- Open-minded and solution-oriented, with solid problem-solving skills
- Assertive, yet collaborative team leader with a continuous improvement mindset

Why Join Us?
- Shape testing standards and practices for mission-critical banking solutions
- Collaborate across a dynamic, multi-disciplinary Agile Release Train (ART)
- Work on impactful monthly releases within a fast-moving and regulated environment
- BE part of a company that values innovation, automation and quality-first mindset

We offer :
Join us at the right time to make your mark in a fast-growing organization Various missions and projects that will allow you to have a real impact on the company The ability to work autonomously and to drive new initiatives A career path adapted to your personality, both in terms of role and location A strong culture, based on sharing, respect, ambition, and team spirit The opportunity to manage teams and develop your area of expertise by leading one of our squads Develop your management and leadership skills, because, at Ekkiden, consultants look after the careers of other consultants. Gone are the days when your career was driven by a salesman ! Health insurance
What's the Recruitment Process Like at Ekkiden?

At Ekkiden, we're committed to providing a positive experience for every candidate.
Initial Call : Our recruitment team will reach out to discuss your motivations and expectations. Interviews : You'll have one or two interviews with our business managers, depending on the role you're applying for. Client Meeting : Finally, you'll have the opportunity to meet with the client.
While this is our standard process, we may make adjustments based on specific circumstances.

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https://jobs.ekkiden.com/