Automation - Test Lead

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB.

• Take part in building the foundations of Alstom platforms by leading, organizing and performing the verification, integration and test activities of developments ranging from software, to product and system program fitting the needs in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery. The solution is a data algorithms platform with capabilities to productize ML models developing an MLOps platform, from data ingestion to models delivery and maintenance.
• Define and lead all the in-house program activities related with Verification, Integration and Testing, either performed by a team in V&V department or delegated to experts in other Development Center (DC) departments. Cooperate with application teams to complement V&V activities with end-user integration scenarios.
• Define and deploy an automation strategy for Validation activities related to the program including the different test families. Modules of the program are developed in Python language. Validation to be done of python modules (integration testing) and end2end testing.
• Use technologies such as Python, Cucumber, jmeter, Postman...
• Share with Solution Architect the V&V strategy defined to deliver a validated program and agree on requested budget and schedule of inputs and deliverables
  
  

Main Responsibilities

This role will require to:

• Define the Program Verification and Validation strategy in the V&V Plan, to ensure proper coverage and demonstration that design requirements and intended use cases are met. Collect the contributions of all involved stakeholders;
• Ensure the application and adherence to the reference processes, methods & tools, requesting deviations whenever appropriate;
• Define and agree V&V activity schedule
• Organize and lead documental verification and reviews;
• Manage full verification and validation of the modules under test;
• Define, update and deploy an automation strategy (previously defined, to be updated) for Validation activities related to the program, including the different test families and using technologies such as Python, Cucumber, jmeter, Postman...
• Monitor and follow-up execution and reporting of activities delegated to experts in other departments;
• Technical Management (Configuration, Change Control and Requirement traceability);
• Perform and follow up V&V Sw phases of the product, with strong liaison with Product Architect;
• Define needs, architecture and follow-up implementation of testbenches and analysis tools;
• Represent Alstom in front of customers or partners, for instance to provide overview of Test progress, issues, risks and opportunities;
• Manage functionally the Program Verification & Validation Team and ensure/control their deliverables for the project;
• Ensure independence of verification from design;
• Select and manage subcontractors;
• Manage work packages or WP tasks;
• Preparation and active participation for Program Gate Reviews following Program DFQ cycle.
  
  

Performance management: 

• DNDR (Defect Non Detection Rate)
• DQI (Delivery Quality Indicator)
• CPI (Coverage Progress Indicator)
  
  

Cooperation and support to Root Cause Analysis

Educational Requirements

Mandatory: 

• Bachelor in Engineering OR Technology / Masters in Science OR Technology
• Languages: English (full proficient use)
  
  

Experience

Mandatory: 

• Good analytical skill and previous experience in test & integration are required.
• Total 10+ years of experience in a complex software solution team.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience on data / software validation with integration tests.
• Knowledge of Data science solutions.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience on software agile projects and continuous integration and continuous delivery
• Demonstrable knowledge on testing automation strategy and deployment for Data development (use of Python language and tools such as Cucumber, …) and basic programming knowledge
• Knowledge and demonstrable skills using Microsoft Azure DevOps (or similar) for version control, reporting requirements management, program management, documentation management, testing, etc... 
  
  

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.