Test Manager (Czech & English)

Quick Facts

• Role: Test Manager (Czech & English)

Description

Own the end-to-end test lifecycle across multiple IT development projects, including defining the test vision and setting up robust, reusable test frameworks. Lead and mentor test coordinators and test analysts, translate project requirements into reliable test execution, and report quality status to business stakeholders. Ensure alignment between technical IT teams and the bank’s business units while optimizing testing methodologies and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain complex test strategies and approaches tailored to specific programs and projects.
• Lead, coordinate, and mentor test coordinators and test analysts across different testing levels.
• Contribute to test methodologies and optimize the use of supporting tools to increase team efficiency.
• Provide clear, structured reporting to project managers and stakeholders on test readiness, execution progress, and delivered solution quality.
• Ensure smooth communication and alignment between technical IT teams and business stakeholders.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of practical software testing experience, including at least 3 years as a Project Test Manager.
• Experience managing, leading, and motivating a test team (or equivalent people leadership experience).
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, SDLC, and testing support tools such as JIRA and Zephyr Scale.
• Independence, flexibility, and ability to quickly adapt to new environments.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong communication with both IT and business stakeholders.
• Banking/financial IT experience is a plus.
• UML or Enterprise Architect (EA) knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent Czech/Slovak and English language skills are required.

Benefits

• Stable, supportive environment and global-scale software development projects.
• Room for independent, creative work and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to influence your direction and growth.
• High-quality HW/SW equipment and access to modern technologies.
• Language-skills development opportunities and internal/external training.
• Benefits: life and pension contribution, English/German/Spanish lessons, MultiSport card, sick days, meal contribution, company events, offices in Prague (Palmovka) or Brno (Vlněná), and possible partial home office by agreement.