Summary: The SAP SuccessFactors Test Lead will play a crucial role in the Internal Technology department, specifically within the HRMS project team, for a short-term engagement of three months. This position involves leading all testing aspects of the SAP SuccessFactors implementation, collaborating closely with project management, workstream leads, and an SAP Partner. The role requires a strong functional and technical understanding of SAP SuccessFactors, particularly in key modules such as Employee Central and Performance Management. The Test Lead will be responsible for test script creation, test cycle management, and defect tracking throughout the project.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create detailed test scripts based on business scenarios.
- Identify required test data for each test cycle.
- Prepare Azure DevOps for test cycles, including creating test plans and managing user access.
- Lead testing kick-off sessions and manage test execution.
- Conduct daily test triage calls and support testers with queries.
- Manage defect tracking and status updates with the SAP Partner.
- Provide daily/weekly test status and readiness reporting to project management.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience leading testing on a SuccessFactors implementation.
- Experience using Azure DevOps for test governance.
- Strong understanding of SAP SuccessFactors system architecture.
- SAP certified in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Oxford
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Department: Internal Technology
Location: Oxford, UK
Description
We are currently seeking a SAP SuccessFactors Test Lead to join our Internal Technology department and the HRMS project team, on a short-term basis (3 months). This is an exciting opportunity to be a key member of the Aurora global HRMS transformation project, implementing SAP SuccessFactors . In this role, you will lead all aspects of testing, working closely with Aurora project management and workstream leads, in addition to the SAP Partner supporting Aurora with the implementation of SAP SuccessFactors. There will be an expectation that you know SAP SuccessFactors well from a functional & technical perspective. The key modules being implemented for Phase 1 will be: Employee Central (including Time Off), Performance Management & Goal Management, Onboarding (2.0) & Variable Pay.
Key Responsibilities
- Test Script Creation & Test Tool Management
- Create detailed test scripts for each module based on provided business scenarios.
- Identify the required test data for each test cycle.
- Prepare our test management tool, Azure DevOps, for each test cycle: Create test plans/suites, upload created test scripts, manage user access, configure reporting.
- Test Cycle Management
- Prepare & deliver testing kick-off briefing session(s).
- Lead IT/SIT/UAT test execution.
- Lead and manage daily test triage calls during each test cycle.
- Support testers with any queries or blockers raised during testing.
- Working closely with our SAP Partner, manage the tracking and status updates of defects as they are raised, fixed & retested.
- Provide and present daily/weekly test status, risks and readiness reporting to project management and governance forums.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required attributes:
- Proven experience leading testing on a SuccessFactors implementation or project.
- Proven experience using Azure DevOps (or similar test management tool) for end-to-end test governance: planning, execution tracking, defect lifecycle, analytics, and release readiness.
- Strong understanding of the SAP SuccessFactors system architecture and core modules.
- SAP certified in SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and able to communicate technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders appropriately.
- Flexible approach to work, positive, can-do attitude, and a team player.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships at all levels.
- Demonstratable attention to detail.
Desirable attributes:
- SAP SuccessFactors EC Time Management certification
- SAP SuccessFactors Compensation certification
- SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding certification
- SAP SuccessFactors Performance & Goals certification
What we offer
Some of the benefits we include are:
- Private Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Parental Support
- Salary-Exchange Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Local Oxford Discounts
- Cycle-to-work Scheme
- Flu Jabs
At AER, we are committed to offering flexibility in the way we work. Most of our roles are hybrid with a mix of in-office/home working and potentially adjustable working hours. Let’s discuss what works for you and AER during the interview process.
The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity.
To apply, please submit your Résumé / CV, a personal summary, your salary expectations and please inform us of your notice period. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications via email, telephone, or social media platforms. To be considered for this position, please submit your application using the link provided. Applications submitted through any other channel will not be reviewed.