Test Manager (f/m/x)

TEST MANAGER (F/M/X)

Thales in Austria is a full system provider and global supplier of train control technology and traffic management systems (f. ex. European Train Control System (ETCS), Electronic interlockings, Operation Control Centers and dispatching systems, Field elements).

The train control unit is looking for an ambitious Test Manager, to proof that our new developed ETCS product fulfills all of the customer requirements and functions as intended. In this role you coordinate overall 4 testers and all test activities from the first concept until the final document. If you want to manage the testing a complex system consisting of different software and hardware parts and are a real team player, then join us at Thales in Austria!

YOUR CHALLENGE

* Responsibility for conception, planning and implementation of all project test activities
* Coordinating the test team consisting of 4 testers
* Preparation of test documentation (Test Report, Test Case Specification)
* Definition and execution of functional-, integration- and performance tests Manual /Automation
* Monitoring the progress of the test and reporting test results
* Assessing risks and identify possible improvements
* Close cooperation with product development, quality assurance, operations and project management

YOUR PROFILE

* Completed education (HTL, FH, University) in a technical field like Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Railway Engineering
* 5 years professional experience in test management and technical management of a team
* Experience of testing complex system with different soft- and hardware components
* Good Java skills
* Knowledge of Gherkin
* Knowledge of standards (CENELEC) is an advantage
* Knowledge of test automation is advantageous
* ISTQB (c) Certifications are advantageous
* Good level of English necessary, German is advantageous

WE OFFER

* The salary for this position starts at EUR 65.000 gross p.a. Actual compensation is based on experience and qualification.
* Very good accessibility by public transport (Vienna Handelskai) & subsidies for public transport
* Flexible working hours and, depending on the position, up to 60% home office
* Christmas and New Year's Eve belong to the family - Thales gives you holidays on 24.12 and 31.12
* Discounts for employees (canteen, shops, corporate benefits, tickets, etc.)
* Various training opportunities - online, internal and external training courses
* A stable employer in a collegial and international environment

WHO WE ARE

Together, we are shaping the world around us to build the future - here and now! Our experts' competences and cultural backgrounds are unique in their diversity. Passion for innovations and cutting-edge technologies is our motivation. With 83,000 employees in 68 countries we create tomorrow's key technologies today.

In the railway area, Thales experts architect solutions that support 85 million mainline and suburban passenger journeys, worldwide, every day. 72,000 kms of route and 52,000 trains per day in 16 countries are controlled by our Traffic Management Systems.

As part of a global technology leader, Thales in Austria delivers key technologies in rail transportation, air traffic, digital identity & security and defence missions tailored to local needs with 400 people based in Vienna. With its unique combination of technology leadership, creativity and employee engagement, Thales in Austria has a key role to play in the digital transformation of its customers.

Whatever your role will be at Thales, your work will make a difference.

Thales in Austria is committed to equality and diversity.
In particular female applicants are encouraged to apply.

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