Senior IT Expert Test Management EA-1239

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Senior IT Expert Test Management

Location: Bonn, Germany

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time/%20 Remote

Overview

This position is part of the Solution Transition Department, which ensures the smooth transition of IT solutions from the design phase to operational use.
The role involves coordinating and overseeing the testing, validation, and quality assurance of new or modified IT systems before they enter production.
The focus is on ensuring operational stability, service quality, and readiness for deployment across complex enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

The Senior IT Expert in Test Management performs a wide range of activities, including:

• Acting as a Solution Tester within multiple projects simultaneously.
• Reviewing technical and functional specifications to ensure testability, completeness, and consistency.
• Designing and developing test cases based on business and technical requirements.
• Executing manual and automated test cases and documenting results.
• Using test management tools such as JIRA, ALM/Quality Center, UFT, and SBM for planning and tracking.
• Analyzing and documenting defects, conducting re-tests, and ensuring timely resolution.
• Preparing and maintaining test reports and documentation.
• Estimating resource and time requirements for testing activities.
• Collaborating closely with functional and technical experts to clarify detailed requirements.
• Identifying, selecting, and generating required test data.
• Monitoring test process steps and ensuring adherence to standards and methodologies.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• University degree in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related technical fields,
  or an equivalent professional IT qualification with several years of relevant experience.
• ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level and ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst certification (or equivalent proof of competence).
• Proven proficiency in MS Office applications (Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and test management tools such as JIRA and HP ALM.

Languages

• German: C2 (native or near-native level)
• English: B1 or higher (CEFR standard)

Experience Requirements

• At least 5 years of professional experience in IT or software projects.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Tester or Test Analyst in a software environment following ISTQB standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in test planning, test execution, and defect management within complex enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with deployment and release management processes in large-scale IT landscapes.

Soft Skills

• Strong team collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across departments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated IT affinity and enthusiasm for diverse technology topics.
• High flexibility to switch between different projects, technologies, and priorities.
• Structured and detail-oriented approach to quality assurance and documentation.

What we offer:

• Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and c