Test Manager

Job Profile: Test Strategy Manager/Test Automation Manager - WLP FO Core Development

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Test Strategy Manager/Test Automation Manager to lead test automation efforts for WLP FO (Worldline Pay Front Office) core development. This role combines strategic test planning with hands-on automation management overseeing and guiding a team of three test automation engineers responsible for creating comprehensive automated test cases using the ONE Test Suite (OTS) a new in-house build test automation suite utilizing and enhancing Robot Framework.

Key Responsibilities

Test Strategy Implementation

• Introduce implement and monitor the new test strategy for WLP FO Core
• Establish test coverage aligned with risk-based testing methodologies
• Ensure adherence to PCI SSF/DSS compliance requirements and card scheme mandates (Visa MasterCard JCB Diners AMEX UPI)

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Manage and mentor a team of three test automation engineers
• Assign test case development tasks and track progress
• Conduct (code) reviews for test automation scripts
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
• Ensure team compliance with testing best practices and standards

Test Automation Design & Implementation

• Oversee design and development of automated test cases using ONE Test Suite (OTS)
• Design test procedures and flows covering WLP FO core functionalities and interfaces

Quality Assurance & Metrics

• Define and monitor test quality metrics and KPIs
• Establish baseline and track test coverage improvements
• Generate test reports and provide management updates
• Ensure test traceability and documentation

Required Qualifications

Experience & Skills

• 5 yearsin test automation management or test management roles
• 3 yearsof hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks
• Proven experience leading test automation teams (minimum 2-3 engineers)
• Strong understanding of risk-based testing methodologies
• Knowledge of keyword-driven testing approaches

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of payment processing systems and transaction flows (beneficial)
• Familiarity with PCI SSF/DSS compliance and security testing requirements
• Knowledge of multiple protocol implementations (ISO 8583 XML JSON NLV TLV)
• Experience with test data management tools and repositories
• Scripting/programming capability (Python Java or similar) for test automation

Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership: Ability to mentor and guide team members toward excellence
• Communication: Clear communication in English with technical and non-technical stakeholders (located in different countries like Italy Belgium France Germany )
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
• Quality Mindset: Commitment to test quality and comprehensive coverage
• Adaptability: Ability to work in Agile/DevOps environments
• Documentation: Strong documentation and process definition skills
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to test case design and execution

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with WLP FO payment processing platforms or similar systems
• Background in financial services or payment domain
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• ISTQB certification or similar test management credentials (beneficial)
• Experience with test automation in complex distributed systems
• Knowledge of cryptography and security testing

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