Project Manager (UAT Testing)

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) on a large-scale, complex software transformation programme. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering UAT across multiple teams, systems and regions, making sure solutions meet business needs before go-live.

The programme involves many interdependencies, and priorities can shift as it progresses, so flexibility and comfort with competing demands are essential.

Contract: 6 months, with extension available

Location: Bucharest, 2 days/week in the office

Salary: 11.400 RON NET

Tasks

• Own the end-to-end UAT process: planning, preparation, execution and sign-off
• Define the UAT strategy, scope, schedule and entry/exit criteria
• Coordinate business users, testers, IT and delivery teams to ensure test scenarios are executed effectively
• Oversee test case design and review, and make sure they reflect real business processes
• Track, prioritise and manage defects through to resolution, working closely with technical teams
• Monitor UAT progress and risks, and escalate issues when needed
• Deliver regular status and project health updates to senior stakeholders and executives
• Manage dependencies and competing priorities across workstreams
• Support the transition to go-live, including readiness assessments and post go-live support

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Test Manager on large, complex IT transformation programmes
• Strong hands-on experience leading UAT in global or multi-team environments
• Solid understanding of the software testing lifecycle and defect management
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, including communication with senior leadership
• Ability to coordinate effectively between business and technical teams
• Comfort working in a fast-changing environment with competing priorities
• Strong communication and reporting skills in English

Nice to Have

• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, HP ALM)
• Experience with post go-live or hypercare support
• Project management or testing certification (PMP, PRINCE2, ISTQB, or similar)
• Experience working with distributed teams across multiple time zones

Benefits

• Health subscription
• Meal Tickets
• Paid leaves: 24 days/year
• Gym preferential subscription
• Instant access to salary via Salarium