Test Manager
New Yesterday
Recent incidents have highlighted the need for stronger test strategy, automation, and cross-team ownership. This role will define the direction, deliver tangible automation outcomes, and embed sustainable quality practices across internal teams and third-party suppliers.
What needs delivering
Own and deliver a modern test strategy covering functional, integration, regression, and non-functional testing
Select and implement test automation tools suited to healthcare integration and messaging environments
Build a first-of-type automated test pack for critical HL7, FHIR, API, and messaging flows
Work closely with internal engineering teams and third-party development partners to embed quality throughout the SDLC
Establish clear processes for test management, reporting, environment parity, and release confidence
Mentor and upskill testers, analysts, and developers to leave lasting internal capability
Act as a senior stakeholder interface, translating risk and quality into clear business outcomes
Essential experience required
Proven experience as an Engineering Manager, Test Manager, or Senior Lead in complex or regulated environments
Strong background in test automation, CI/CD pipelines, and tool selection (Azure DevOps preferred)
Hands-on experience with integration testing (APIs, messaging, HL7, FHIR)
Confident working across in-house teams and third-party vendors , driving shared ownership and standards
Excellent communicator who can bridge technical detail and senior stakeholders
NHS / healthcare / regulated domain experience
Familiarity with clinical safety standards and interoperability
Experience improving fragmented or manual testing estates
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
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- Location:
- Crawley
- Salary:
- £350 - £380 per day
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management