Afarax is looking for a freelance Senior Test Coordinator - GIS Domain. We need you!
The project:
Our client in the utilites sector, is seeking an experienced Test Coordinator - GIS Domain to strengthen their team.
Responsibilites:
Test Strategy & Governance
* Define, maintain and continuously improve the testing strategy in alignment with testing standards and project acceptance criteria.
* Ensure adequate coverage of both functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, load and security testing.
* Define entry and exit criteria for all testing phases.
* Assess testing risks and recommend mitigation actions.
Test Planning & Coordination
* Define, organize and coordinate testing activities across all project phases.
* Establish and maintain detailed test plans, testing schedules and execution roadmaps.
* Coordinate testing activities involving Business users, Business Analysts, Developers and external stakeholders.
* Ensure proper preparation of test environments and test data.
* Monitor dependencies and ensure alignment between project timelines and testing activities.
Test Execution Management
* Organize and supervise test campaigns, including System Integration Testing (SIT), End-to-End Testing (E2E), User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Regression Testing.
* Coach and support Business users participating in testing activities.
* Facilitate test execution sessions and ensure efficient collaboration among all participants.
* Ensure testing activities are executed according to agreed standards and methodologies.
Defect & Quality Management
* Monitor defects throughout their lifecycle and ensure timely resolution.
* Coordinate defect prioritization together with Project Managers, Business representatives, Business Analysts and Development teams.
* Ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, execution results and defects.
* Guarantee the consistency and quality of information maintained within testing tools.
Reporting & Steering
* Define and maintain testing KPIs and quality indicators based on ORES standards.
* Produce clear and actionable reporting for project teams, steering committees and management.
* Provide visibility on testing progress, risks, defects and quality status.
* Support decision-making through accurate testing metrics and quality dashboards.
Testing Tools & Methodologies
* Structure and maintain testing repositories within Quality Center (ALM) and Azure DevOps Test Plans.
* Promote testing best practices and quality standards across projects.
* Collaborate with the Testing Lead to continuously improve testing processes, governance and tooling.
Is this you?
Mandatory
* Proven experience coordinating testing activities on medium to large-scale projects involving testing teams ranging from 5 to 25 people.
* Strong experience defining and implementing test strategies, test plans, schedules, risk management approaches and quality reporting.
Hands-on experience with:
* HP ALM / Quality Center
* Azure DevOps Test Plans
* Proven experience coordinating business testing sessions, including planning, coaching and execution support.
* Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, processes and best practices.
* ISTQB Foundation Certification (or equivalent practical expertise).
* Minimum 6 years of experience in Agile/Scrum, Waterfall (V-Model) and Hybrid project environments.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Preferred
* English level B2 or higher.
* Experience in Utilities, Energy or Infrastructure sectors.
Nice to have
* Knowledge of GIS (Geographical Information Systems) environments.
* Experience with network management, asset management or smart grid-related applications.
Personal skills
* Strong leadership and coordination capabilities.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
* Structured and detail-oriented approach.
* Proactive mindset and strong sense of ownership.
* Autonomous while maintaining excellent team collaboration.
* Results-oriented with a strong focus on quality and delivery.
* Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
How afarax supports you?
* You benefit from our extensive network
* You will have access to projects that fit your expertise
* We help and support you throughout your project
* We offer the possibility to build a valuable and lasting partnership
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