Senior or Lead Testing Services Consultant (Test Manager)

WHAT MAKES US, US Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp! At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values – caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered. If you like what we're saying, keep reading! WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT TO US SimCorp's Advanced Delivery Center (ADC) plays a key role in delivering high‑quality implementations for clients across EMEA, APAC, and North America. Through its global footprint, the ADC supports complex implementations by providing scalable, standardized, and expert delivery services. Within the ADC, the Implementation Testing Services team ensures solution quality throughout the implementation lifecycle by defining testing strategies, leading execution, and supporting clients during their test activities. The Lead Testing Services Consultant (Test Manager) is critical to this model. The role owns the testing approach across assigned projects, combining strategic oversight with hands‑on leadership to manage risks, align stakeholders, and ensure consistent quality—whether testing is delivered by SimCorp, clients, or jointly. By acting as the primary testing authority and client counterpart, the Test Manager helps enable reliable go‑lives and strong customer outcomes. WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Strategic Leadership & Planning Define and adapt test strategies based on project scope, objectives, risks, and timelines. Lead the creation of detailed test plans, identifying testable scope, and aligning schedules with project plans. Contribute to project effort estimation and resource planning. Analyse project artifacts (e.g., WBS, requirements, configuration documents) to derive testing scope. Identify delivery risks early and implement mitigation actions. Own testing governance and act as the primary escalation point for testing‑related risks and quality issues. Test Execution & Delivery Organize and lead test activities for internal and external teams. Design and execute functional component, end-to-end, and system integration test cases. Manage incident tracking and resolution throughout the test lifecycle. Monitor and control test progress and incident handling across teams. Ensure adherence to established delivery practices and team collaboration standards. Stakeholder Engagement Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders from project initiation to closure. Conduct kick-off meetings, defect triage calls, workshops, and regular reporting. Provide timely updates on test metrics and project status. Support clients during their test execution, including test suite handover and Q&A. Act as the primary testing counterpart for clients, setting expectations and guiding testing approach. Balance SimCorp delivery standards with client‑specific testing models and constraints. Continuous Improvement Contribute to the development and refinement of standard service delivery practices. Conduct project closure activities and deliver final test reports. Collaboration Scope Internal QA and test teams External client teams Configuration and development teams Project managers and business stakeholders WHAT WE VALUE Your strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal abilities will be key to driving all activities toward planned outcomes. As our ideal candidate, you demonstrate: Soft skills Proactive, creative, and solution-oriented mindset Structured and analytical approach to problem-solving Strong communicator and effective team leader Detail-oriented with a collaborative working style Ability to work effectively with global teams and clients across multiple time zones Technical skills Proficient in the MS365 suite, including Word, Excel, Teams (Planner & Lists), Outlook, and SharePoint Experienced with test and incident management tools: Azure DevOps Test Plans, Jira, Agility, and HP ALM Solid understanding of established testing practices Familiarity with financial domain processes and SCD (Simcorp Dimension) knowledge Certification ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager ISTQB Foundation or Advanced Level Test Analyst PMP certification (considered a plus) BENEFTIS Flexible working hours and hybrid model (2 days per week in the office) HMO coverage and group life insurance Monthly allowances (rice, transportation, internet) 13th month pay and annual performance bonus Professional training and courses (starting from a 3-week SimCorp Dimension® Academy) Possibility to develop your career in an international environment Integration events and charity projects New office located in Bonifacio Global City Visit our career pages to learn more about working at SimCorp: www.simcorp.com/career  NEXT STEPS    Please send us your application in English via our career site. Please note that only applications sent through our system will be processed. At SimCorp, we recognize that bias can unintentionally occur in the recruitment process. To uphold fairness and equal opportunities for all applicants, we kindly ask you to exclude personal data such as photo, age, or any non-professional information from your application. Thank you for aiding us in our endeavor to mitigate biases in our recruitment process. For any questions you are welcome to contact Hanna Brzózka, Lead Talent Acquisition Partner, at "hanna.brzozka@simcorp.com". If you are interested in being a part of SimCorp but are not sure this role is suitable, submit your CV anyway. SimCorp is on an exciting growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to assist you discover the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks. We are eager to continually improve our talent acquisition process and make everyone's experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated. WHO WE ARE   For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world's leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 3,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, education, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds in general. SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated in our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients. #LI-Hybrid  SimCorp is a provider of industry-leading integrated investment management solutions for the global buy side. Founded in 1971, with more than 3,000 employees across five continents, SimCorp is a truly global technology leader that empowers more than half of the world's top 100 financial companies through its integrated platform, services, and partner ecosystem. SimCorp is a subsidiary of Deutsche Börse Group. As of 2024, SimCorp includes Axioma, the leading provider of risk and management and portfolio optimization solutions for the global buy side. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Discover more about our culture, recruitment process, and commitment to promoting meaningful work