About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

TEST MANAGER (F/M/D)

Hitachi Rail in Austria is a full system provider and global supplier of route and train control technology and traffic management systems (e.g. Electronic interlockings, Field elements, Operation Control Centers and dispatching systems, European Train Control System (ETCS)).

As part of the test team, you will be responsible for coordinating testing activities and integrating components for new ETCS Level 1 solutions. With your strong technical background in test automation and your experience in team leadership, you are an excellent fit for this role. Join us now at Hitachi Rail in Austria!

YOUR CHALLENGE

• Definition and alignment of Test Plan and Strategy with project

• Planning and coordination of functional, security, performance and safety test campaigns

• Preparation, verification and release of test reports and documentation

• Definition and execution of test project plan (scope, timelines, efforts, dependencies, …) in strong cooperation with project management team

• Close collaboration with development, security, safety and quality assurance

• Communicate status and critical issues clearly in a short and concise format

• Manage issues and risks, create mitigation plans and escalate if necessary

• Coordination of the delivery of the automatic test framework and simulation

• Execution and definition of test cases in SIL4 Embedded enviroment if needed

YOUR PROFILE

• You have a technical degree (HTL/TU/FH) in Informatics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

• A minimum of 5 years proven working experience in Test Management

• Experience or interest in technical test activities in a multi-stakeholder environment

• ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager certification is an advantage

• Experience with CENELEC standards is a plus

• Competitive mindset, strong desire to “win” paired with a great team spirit

• Excellent communication in English language, German language beneficial

• Experience with Test Automation; knowledge of Java, Gherkin/Cucumber, Maven and Jenkins is an advantage

WE OFFER

• The salary for this position starts at € 70.000 gross p.a. Actual compensation is based on experience and qualification.

• Very good accessibility by public transport (Vienna Handelskai) & subsidies for public transport

• Flexible working hours and, depending on the position, up to 60% home office

• Hitachi Rail gives you holidays on Christmas (24.12) and New Year's Eve (31.12)

• Discounts for employees (canteen, shops, corporate benefits, tickets, etc.)

• Various training opportunities - online, internal and external training courses

• A stable employer in a collegial and international environment

WHO WE ARE

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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