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Test Manager (m/f/d)
Your ResponsibilitiesDefine and continuously improve / adapt the overall test plan in close cooperation with other stakeholders within the V93 R&D organizationPlan the specific test activities based on new features, known bugs to achieve an optimal balance between test coverage and test execution timeIntegrate security testing, secure-by-design validation, vulnerability handling processes, and incident response test coverage into the overall test strategy, ensure traceability against CRA security requirementsContinuously enhance & adapt data collection and reporting to improve transparency of test execution on all layers to provide status information on quality levelContinuously enhance test automation, including regression suites and automated security scans into CI/CD pipelinesDrive activities for improvement by identifying hot spots of low quality in softwareAnalyze currently used tools and standardize testing and quality processes to ensure as much as possible a common approach in all teamsWork closely with the QA team to ensure strong alignment of Quality assurance strategy and test strategy including streamlined QA reports and test reports
Your QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similarMinimum 7 years industry experience in security testing and software developmentExperience as Test Manager for large software projects, including best practices and tools in the different test levels (e.g. module, integration, system test)Experience applying AI-supported tools and methods to enhance test coverage, accelerate defect detection, or optimize test suite maintenanceSolid knowledge of security testing methodologies: vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, fuzz testing, SAST/DAST, threat modelingUnderstanding of the European Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and its implications for software testing, security documentation, and conformity evidenceFamiliarity with security frameworks and standards relevant to CRA (e.g. OWASP, IEC 62443, NIST CSF, ETSI EN 303 645)Strong commitment to agile quality practices and a data-driven approach to test improvementVery good communication skills in EnglishExperience working with globally distributed teams (Japan, Germany, China, US, India).
Experience in regulated environments (ASPICE) and tracing of test recordsBackground in cybersecurity roles (e.g., security engineer, security champion, security architect)Having led an agile team as product owner, scrum master or project managerExperience in scaled agile environments (e.g. SAFe)German or Chinese Language skills
Our offerFlexibilityBenefitsDevelopmentFitnessSecurityFlexible and trust-based working hours, 30 vacation days + option for additional vacation days, mobile working, individual part-time models and programs for extended periods of absenceAttractive salary, share in Advantest ́s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program as well as numerous subsidies, discounts and offerings (e.g. bike leasing)Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skill trainings, language courses and knowledge sessionsErgonomic working environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g. Global Challenge) as well as health daysAttractive company pension scheme, comprehensive insurance coverage and support in emergency situations
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