About this role
About the Role We are looking for an experienced Test Manager to lead the validation efforts on an automotive project developed with a Tier-1 supplier. The role will be based in Prague and will oversee 6-7 Technical Lead engineers who lead 6-7 Validation teams, ensuring system-level testing coverage and alignment with project milestones. What You'll Do
- Lead and coordinate system testing activities (System Test including Verification & Validation, and System Integration Test).
- Define and own the System Integration, Verification, and Validation test strategy, plan, and cost estimates to ensure optimal coverage of system-level features.
- Schedule testing activities for System Test levels to meet project milestones and deliverables.
- Ensure maturity of deliverables relative to milestones and drive the System Validation Sub-Project toward defined KPIs (Quality, Cost, Time).
- Manage System Validation sub-project risks via the System Level Issue Resolution (SLIR) process, coordinated by the System Project Manager.
- Report directly to the System Project Manager.
- Drive and deliver the overall System Integration, Verification, and Validation strategy, plan, and cost estimations for the project. What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in Test/QA leadership in an automotive context, including system validation and testing of sensors (camera, radar, ultrasonics).
- Strong knowledge of System Test, System Integration Test, Verification and Validation, and testing strategy development.
- Ability to lead and coordinate multiple teams (6-7 Technical Lead engineers and 6-7 Validation teams) across a Tier-1 supplier environment.
- Experience with risk management and SLIR process; ability to manage testing risks and drive mitigations.
- Excellent stakeholder communication and ability to report to a System Project Manager.