Software Test Manager

Important Before Applying: Please not that candidates who are unable to drive, or do not have access to a vehicle, need not apply as my client is not on any bus or train routes.
Software Test Manager
We have a great opportunity for a strong Software Test Manager to join our clients infrastructure team based in Wymondham. This is an ideal role for someone who wants to join a friendly, small and highly technical team where you can have a real impact.
• Location: Wymondham, Norfolk.
• Offices based in a beautiful location.
• Hybrid 50/50, from day 1.
• Reporting to: CTO.
• Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent.
Our client is seeking an experienced Software Test Manager to lead their QA and testing efforts within a fast-paced software environment. The role involves overseeing the end-to-end testing process for software platforms, ensuring high performance, outstanding user experience, security, and regulatory compliance. As the company grows You will develop and manage a team of testers, define testing strategies, and implement automation frameworks to enhance efficiency and product quality.
The ideal candidate has strong expertise in software testing, automation, and regulatory compliance, with experience working on high-traffic platforms and real-time software systems.
Key Responsibilities:

• Define and implement a comprehensive testing strategy for software platforms, mobile apps, and web applications.
  
• Establish best practices in manual and automated testing to optimize efficiency.
  
• Stay updated on testing trends, tools, and techniques to improve processes.
  
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software testers (manual & automation).
  
• Set clear objectives, KPIs, and career development paths for QA team members.
  
• Foster a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
• Work closely with development, DevOps, and product teams to ensure seamless releases.
  
• Implement and maintain automation frameworks for regression, functional, and API testing.
  
• Develop performance and load testing strategies to ensure platform stability under high traffic.
  
• Identify and introduce new automation tools to improve test coverage and efficiency.
  
• Conduct security testing to prevent fraud, and vulnerabilities in software platforms.
  
• Oversee test planning, execution, and defect tracking for new releases and updates.
  
• Collaborate with developers to ensure defects are resolved before production deployment.
  
• Maintain and improve CI/CD testing pipelines for rapid deployment cycles.
  
• Communicate test results, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders.
  
• Participate in release planning, ensuring test coverage and risk mitigation.
  
• Work with third-party providers to validate integrations.
  Key Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in software testing, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Expertise in test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright).
  • Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner).
  • Knowledge of API testing using tools like Postman or RestAssured.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes.
  • Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  Non-essential skills:
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, JavaScript, Java) for test automation.
  • ISTQB certification or equivalent is a plus