Head of Test Management in Agile IT Environment | Leiter Testmanagement (m/w/d) im agilen IT-Umfeld

Dirk Rossmann GmbH

Burgwedel, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Feb 23, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As the Head of Test Management at Rossmann's headquarters, you will lead the strategic direction of quality assurance for a major retail giant. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a company-wide test strategy and policy based on international standards like ISTQB. Your daily work involves leading and coaching a team of test managers and QA specialists, fostering a culture of excellence while optimizing processes within an agile framework. You will drive modern approaches such as risk-based testing, continuous testing, and AI-driven automation to enhance efficiency and reduce time-to-market. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the complex IT systems powering millions of daily customer interactions—from mobile apps to logistics—function flawlessly. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the quality culture of a massive retail enterprise while enjoying benefits like 50% remote work, a 37.5-hour work week, and comprehensive corporate perks.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in (Business) Informatics or a comparable qualification with a strong IT focus; high-level certification such as ISTQB Expert Level preferred.

Experience

  • Multiple years of demonstrable experience in disciplinary and functional leadership of software test management teams
  • Extensive experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide test strategies and policies
  • Proven track record in optimizing test processes within agile environments
  • Experience managing a portfolio of parallel testing initiatives and reporting on product quality risks
  • Deep knowledge of test methods, processes, and levels

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Location: Burgwedel near Hannover; 50% mobile work (remote) possible; 37.5-hour work week.