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We are seeking an experienced IoT Test Lead Engineer to support Vodafone’s strategic growth areas across Digital, IoT and Cloud Transformation. This role is suited to an individual who combines strong technical testing expertise with leadership capability, takes ownership with minimal supervision, and thrives in fast‑evolving technology environments. You will play a key role in defining testing strategy, leading delivery across complex programmes, and acting as a trusted partner to stakeholders.
Job Responsibility
Review business requirements and define the scope of testing across projects
Create and maintain test strategies and detailed test plans
Estimate test effort and align activities with project timelines
Support the team in understanding project scope and delivery priorities
Monitor progress, manage dependencies, and address risks and escalations
Execute and oversee testing of critical project areas
Review high‑level test scenarios and ensure quality coverage
Act as the primary testing point of contact for customers and stakeholders
Manage defect triage sessions with product owners and solution architects
Produce closure documentation and quality reports, including final test reports
Report KPIs related to manual and automation coverage, defect leakage and rejection rates
Work closely with automation and performance testing teams to validate end‑to‑end coverage
Define automation scope and contribute to test framework improvements
Lead and support multiple projects where required
Coach, mentor and support team members in achieving their goals
Review career development plans with team members on a quarterly basis
Propose relevant external training and contribute to continuous process improvement
Requirements
Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a related technical discipline
Bring 9+ years of hands‑on technology experience, including 5+ years in Testing and Quality Assurance
Have proven experience leading teams of five or more colleagues
Demonstrate strong experience working in Agile and Scrum environments
Possess solid knowledge of testing methodologies, including integration and UAT testing
Have good working knowledge of SQL
Hold an ISTQB Foundation Level Certificate in Software Testing
Are experienced with test management tools such as JIRA and ALM (Quality Center)
Have experience testing mobile, web‑based applications and Web APIs
Bring prior exposure to test scripting and automation tools, with the ability to evaluate new frameworks
Show a strong sense of ownership, accountability and independence
Communicate clearly and confidently with technical and non‑technical stakeholders in English
Demonstrate strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
Are comfortable working across multiple complex and challenging projects
Nice to have
Have exposure to performance and security testing (desirable)
Have experience in network testing, including 4G, 5G, IP, gateways and network trace analysis tools such as Wireshark or Netscout (desirable)
What we offer
Opportunities to work on large‑scale, strategic IoT and digital transformation programmes
Exposure to cutting‑edge technologies across cloud, automation and network testing
A collaborative environment that values ownership, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Support for professional development through training, mentoring and career planning
The chance to influence testing strategy and quality outcomes across multiple projects