Job Description

Test Lead (SAP Payroll / E2E Testing)

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Start Date: 08 May 2026

Contract Duration: 6 Months

We are seeking an experienced Test Lead to drive end-to-end test management across a large-scale implementation. This role will be responsible for ensuring all testing phases—from System Integration Testing (SIT) to Payroll Parallel Runs—are effectively planned, executed, and governed to support a successful go-live.

Key Responsibilities

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  Lead and coordinate all testing phases:
  • System Integration Testing (SIT)
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • End-to-End (E2E) Testing
  • Payroll Compare Parallel Run
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  Define and manage:
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    Test scope, strategy, timelines, and resources
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  Oversee test execution, including:
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    Test case management
  • 
    Defect tracking
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    Test evidence documentation (Jira, Zephyr or similar tools)
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  Validate:
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    Integrated business processes
  • 
    System interfaces
  • 
    Payroll workflows (with strong E2E focus)
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  Manage defect lifecycle:
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    Track, prioritize, retest, and ensure closure
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  Ensure all test exit criteria are met before go-live
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  Prepare and share:
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    Test status reports
  • 
    Defect metrics
  • 
    Readiness dashboards
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  Provide insights to governance forums for cutover and go-live decisions
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  Collaborate with:
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    Business testers
  • 
    IT teams
  • 
    SMEs
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  Drive test sign-offs and ensure alignment with leadership expectations

Must-Have Skills

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  Proven experience as a Test Lead / Test Manager
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  Strong expertise in:
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    SIT, UAT, E2E Testing
  • 
    Payroll Parallel Run testing
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  Hands-on experience with:
  • Jira, Zephyr or similar test/defect management tools
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  Solid understanding of:
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    Integrated systems
  • 
    End-to-end business processes
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  Excellent:
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    Stakeholder management
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    Communication skills
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    Planning and reporting capabilities

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

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  Experience with:
  • SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP)
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  Exposure to:
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    Enterprise payroll transformation programs
  • 
    AI / Gen AI tools (added advantage)

Experience Required

• 10+ years in testing / QA roles
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  Proven track record in leading complex testing programs

Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands (Onsite/Hybrid)