Test Expert

Test Expert / QA Lead (ServiceNow & Azure DevOps) Location: Candidate must reside within 2 hours travel time from WarsawRate: Up to 125 PLN/h + VAT (B2B) Language: English C1 (Required) 🚀 Role Overview We are looking for a seasoned Test Expert to take full ownership of the Quality Assurance process in a complex IT environment. This is not just an execution role – you will be responsible for defining the Test Strategy, setting up the test management ecosystem, and leading testing activities across the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with deep expertise in ServiceNow, Azure DevOps, and SQL, capable of managing both functional and non-functional (performance/stress) testing. 📜 Key Requirements (Must Haves) • Location Constraint: You must be based within a 2-hour travel radius of Warsaw. • Certification / Experience Rule (One of the following is mandatory): ISTQB Advanced Level certificate (e.g., Test Manager or Test Analyst). • OR an equivalent internationally recognized credential. • OR at least 3 years of additional experience in Test Management (above the standard senior level). 🛠 Technical Expertise • Platforms: Hands-on experience with testing the ServiceNow platform. • Tools: Proficiency in Azure DevOps Test Plans and experience in setting up test management tools from scratch for new projects. • Data: Hands-on experience with creating complex SQL queries for data validation. • Testing Scope: Expert knowledge of the full testing spectrum:• Unit & Integration Testing. • Functional, Acceptance (UAT), and Regression Testing. • Performance and Stress Testing. 📋 Responsibilities Strategy & Management: • Define the Master Test Plan and design the testing strategy. • Analyze functional and technical system designs to ensure testability. • Select and configure appropriate testing tools and environments. • Report on test progress, quality trends, and risks to stakeholders. Execution & Analysis: • Implement, execute, and debug application test cases and scripts. • Validate completion of development tasks against acceptance criteria. • Document tests, track defects, and interpret results. Collaboration: • Cooperate closely with Architects, Developers, and Service Desk teams. • Provide comprehensive test documentation. • Lead the QA aspect of complex projects. ✅ Soft Skills • Communication: Excellent ability to report technical issues to both business and technical audiences. • Mindset: Analytical mind, strong attention to detail, and the ability to pick up new domain knowledge quickly. • Leadership: Experience in leading testing efforts in complex, multi-stream projects. This role is not perfectly suited for you, but you have a friend who would fit? Recommend your friend and get up to 5000 zł!Referral Program: Talent from your network