Testing Manager
Core
Lead and coordinate testing and validation activities across software, hardware, system, field, and certification functions to shape the future of the testing organization.
Role type
Senior Testing Manager (Validation & Quality)
Builds
Validated agricultural technology products (crop spraying, weed control, crop protection systems)
Domain
Precision Agriculture / Industrial Manufacturing
Required skills
People leadership, testing methodologies, validation processes, continuous improvement, stakeholder management, process improvement, organizational change management
Preferred skills
Automotive/industrial manufacturing experience, software and hardware validation, international organization experience
Technologies
Testing tools, validation frameworks, laboratory equipment
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate testing and validation activities across software, hardware, system, field and certification testing functions; Manage and develop testing teams while fostering collaboration across different testing disciplines; Define, improve and standardise testing methodologies, processes and validation frameworks; Support the planning and execution of validation activities throughout the product development lifecycle; Ensure products are validated effectively and released within agreed project timelines; Evaluate and improve testing facilities, equipment, tools and overall testing capabilities; Collaborate closely with R&D, Software, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management and Regulatory stakeholders; Drive organisational improvements and support the integration of separate testing functions into one coordinated structure; Manage external testing partners and laboratories when specialised validation support is required; Contribute to future growth plans by assessing team capabilities, resource needs and long-term testing strategy
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership scope
