Test Manager

The Test and Release Management area is part of the Applications, Controls & Electrical (ACE) product development organization, encapsulating the IT/OT/data capabilities and future digital technology roadmaps for Vestas' products. We seek a Test Manager to continue our journey towards Continues Testing excellence for Vestas' software products.

The Test and Release Management sub-module supports and collaborates with all software modules to seek influence on, create insight into, and heighten the maturity of the SW verification and validation processes by:

• Evaluating the maturity of the current test process in the modules and giving input to adjustments
• Involving in stage/gate process to ensure test management influence and SW verification and validation focus
• Supporting and targeting the needed initiatives to improve the module and cross-module test process
• Creating a focus on transparency and insights into the test processes

You will be part of a team of release and test managers who collaborate closely to mature our capabilities in delivering secure and high-quality SW. The team consists of approximately 10 people and is located in Aarhus, Denmark, and Porto, Portugal.

You will be one of the key drivers in setting the direction for verification, validation, and certification in the area that develops all turbine and power plant software in Vestas. You will take part in creating the test plans and overall test approach in projects and will be managing end-to-end production readiness verification. You will provide thought leadership and expertise to colleagues on any aspect of testing and processes, including training for testers and developers where appropriate. You will collaborate with stakeholders both internally across Vestas R&D and externally throughout the global organization and partners.

• Engage in the development and execution of cross-module test strategy with a high focus on automation
• Guide the enabling of test data management, test environment management, and test automation
• Identify and support the implementation of "shift left" activities in our development units
• Facilitate and engage in conversations about test effort, coverage, and approach
• Foster cross-functional relationships

Relevant education at Master level (5 years) + minimum 5 years of experience working with test management in a relevant context

To qualify for this role, you should have solid experience in several of the following areas:

• Cross-department test strategy development and execution
• Automation frameworks and regression testing suit
• Development of testing standards and guidelines
• Managing test environments
• Implementation and usage of Test management tool(s)
• Interacting effectively with executives and functional peer groups to gain commitment
• Agile software development methodologies and DevOps

Personal skills:

• Strategic mindset and are familiar with direction-setting and communication on strategic goals
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and treat others with respect
• Strive to foster collaboration with other departments toward a common vision and shared goals
• High level of motivation and can challenge the existing norms while maintaining flow
• Curious and actively seek out new knowledge from colleagues
• Seek influence and take responsibility for delivering on commitments
• Solid communication and coordination skills

The job requires influencing others outside their area on policies, practices, and procedures.

Certifications within test management (ISTQB/TMAP certification) are ideal but not a requirement.

Furthermore, you should have experience working in large organizations and with technical leadership.

Language skills: Fluent in English (written and oral)

We offer you an exciting possibility to set new standards for continuous testing, which is critical to Vestas' business.

You will have many interesting and supportive parties across a global organization that has been consolidated and streamlined over the past few years.

You will have excellent opportunities for cross-disciplinary and personal development.

The work environment is result-oriented, highly professional, and has a solid technical commitment.

The primary work location is in Aarhus, Denmark. To be considered for this role, you must apply online before August 26, 2024. We will review applications on an ongoing basis. We can withdraw from the job and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. For more information, please get in touch with Kirstine Reinholdt, Manager of Test & Release Management, at +45 521 46164.