Title:

Test Automation Consultant/Test Manager (Rational Tools)

Location:

South East based with UK travel

Salary:

GBP 300 to GBP 500 per day

Description:

Leading financial services solutions provider require an experienced Test Manager with Rational Performance, Functional &Manual Tester (ROBOT) exp. Ideally you will have 3-5 years as a Test Manager & at least 1-2 years in a test automationrole which should include taking responsibility for implementing testing processes, recommending & implementing automatedtesting procedures & tools. The Test Manager will be expected to take responsibility for overall testing includingdevising & implementing test strategy, recommend new tools & introduce test automation to the development life cycle,have experience in managing end-to-end software testing processes & be responsible for all phases of testing. You willalso be required to introduce & maintain awareness of testing standards & provide guidance & training to other teammembers. Strong background in software testing is essential, including previous client facing exp within a testingenvironment. You must have solid Automated tools(Rational pref) exp & understand formal testing methodologies. Highlydesirable: ISEB practitioner qualification in software testing, exposure to J2EE technologies, exp in Mainframe testingenvironments, exp in offshore or outsourced testing activities. Personal qualities: leadership skills & a strong teamplayer. Ability to influence development teams and clients. The role will involve UK travel. Ideally suited to a clientfacing Test Manager from a leading systems integrator or consulting company.