Test & Release Lead at Euroclear SANV UK Branch

, , Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Test strategy, Release management, QA leadership, Test execution, Risk management, Stakeholder communication, Defect management, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, Test automation, Software testing methodologies, Cross-team coordination, Quality metrics, Test lifecycle management, Analytical skills, Problem-solving

Industry

Financial Services

Description

The Test & Release Lead will be responsible for designing and executing the end-to-end testing strategy and release management approach for complex technology deliveries. This role will ensure that testing activities are structured, coordinated, and aligned across the full delivery lifecycle, leveraging the existing testing and release frameworks to support high-quality software releases. The Test & Release Lead will act as the senior test authority during test execution, ensuring effective planning, coordination, risk management, and reporting across all test phases. In addition, the role will coordinate and oversee the release management process, ensuring releases are properly prepared, validated, approved, and deployed in a controlled and transparent manner. Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Alignment • Design and maintain the end-to-end testing strategy for the program or project scope. • Ensure testing activities align with the existing testing framework and quality standards. • Define the testing approach for all phases, including: • Unit testing • Integration testing • System testing • End-to-end testing • Performance and non-functional testing • User acceptance testing • Ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects. • Define the testing scope, environments, and test data needs for the program. ⸻ Test Planning & Execution Leadership • Act as Senior Test Lead during test execution phases. • Coordinate and supervise test managers, test analysts, and QA teams. • Ensure test execution follows the agreed strategy and timelines. • Monitor test progress, coverage, quality metrics, and defect trends. • Provide clear reporting to project leadership and stakeholders. • Manage test risks, issues, and mitigation actions. ⸻ Release Strategy & Coordination • Define and coordinate the release strategy for the program, in alignment with the organization’s release management framework. • Plan and coordinate release schedules across development, testing, and production environments. • Ensure all releases follow the established governance and approval processes. • Coordinate release readiness reviews, including: • Testing completion • Defect thresholds • Operational readiness • Documentation validation • Ensure controlled deployment into production and non-production environments. ⸻ Cross-Team Coordination • Work closely with: • Development teams • Product owners • Project managers • Infrastructure and DevOps teams • Operations and support teams • Ensure alignment between delivery plans, testing timelines, and release windows. • Facilitate communication across teams to resolve blockers affecting testing or releases. ⸻ Quality & Continuous Improvement • Monitor quality metrics and KPIs related to testing and releases. • Identify opportunities to improve test coverage, automation, and release efficiency. • Contribute to continuous improvement of testing and release practices within the existing organizational framework. ⸻ Required Skills & Experience Experience • Proven experience as a Test Lead, QA Lead, or Test Manager in large technology delivery programs. • Strong experience defining end-to-end testing strategies. • Experience coordinating complex releases across multiple environments and teams. • Experience managing large-scale test execution phases. Technical & Methodology Knowledge • Strong understanding of: • Software testing methodologies • QA practices and standards • Defect management processes • Test lifecycle management • Familiarity with test management tools (e.g., Jira, Xray, Zephyr, TestRail, etc.). • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps release processes. • Knowledge of test automation practices is an advantage. ⸻ Key Competencies • Strong leadership and coordination skills • Excellent stakeholder communication • Ability to manage complex cross-team dependencies • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities • Structured and process-driven mindset #LI-MJ1 Why join us Embark on your new adventure at Euroclear, and work at the heart of the global capital markets. We connect over 2,000 financial institutions across the globe. As an open and resilient infrastructure, we contribute to the stability of the financial markets. We help clients cut through complexity, lower costs, and mitigate risks of financial transactions. At Euroclear, we have the clear ambition to use our key role to facilitate and accelerate a sustainable global financial system. What We Offer: * Work closely with inspiring, supportive and engaged colleagues from more than 80 different countries. * Practice your talents in a highly professional international environment. * Join a learning and development environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing and training. * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Ways of working Find your own optimal balance within our hybrid working model, where you can connect at the office 8 days a month and also benefit from remote working. Great Place to Work for All We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and strives to be a Great Place to Work for All. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of any aspect that makes them unique (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, ...). If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, you can let the recruiter know during your application process. Our values guide how we work together and shape our future: Our mission and values - Euroclear [https://www.euroclear.com/about/en/missionandvalues.html]

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Responsibilities

The Test & Release Lead is responsible for designing and executing end-to-end testing strategies and managing release processes for complex technology deliveries. This role ensures alignment across delivery lifecycles, coordinates cross-functional teams, and maintains high quality standards through rigorous testing and controlled deployments.