About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced and highly capable Test Lead to join a major transformation programme focused on the migration of on-premise infrastructure and applications to the Azure Cloud, leveraging Azure VMware Solution (AVS).
This role is pivotal in shaping and delivering the end-to-end testing strategy across both infrastructure and application workstreams, ensuring a seamless and risk-mitigated transition from legacy data centres to the cloud.
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Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a comprehensive Test Strategy for the migration of application workloads and infrastructure to Azure/AVS.
* Lead all testing activities related to the Data Centre exit, covering infrastructure, application, network, and security testing.
* Oversee and hold delivery partners accountable for their network and AVS test deliverables.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure testing plans are aligned with migration goals and business continuity requirements.
* Manage an offshore testing team, overseeing their daily activities, deliverables, and performance.
* Own and mitigate programme-wide test risks and issues, escalating as necessary.
* Ensure network testing, application integration, performance, UAT, and OAT are all executed to high standards and aligned with business expectations.
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Key Skills & Experience
* Extensive experience in infrastructure and application migration projects, specifically from on-premise to Azure Cloud.
* Deep knowledge of Azure VMware Solution (AVS) and the impact of cloud migrations on application and network behaviour.
* Strong understanding of networks, VLANs, and how applications interact across network layers.
* Proven ability to develop testing strategies that span Network, Application, Security, Performance and DR testing.
* 10+ years in IT roles with a focus on test management, infrastructure, or cloud migration.
* Minimum 5 years' experience as a Test Lead or Test Manager on large-scale programmes.
* Experience managing remote or offshore test teams.
* Strong risk-based test management approach and ability to handle tight timelines and limited resources.
Desirable:
* Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect).
* Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
* Experience working in regulated or enterprise-scale environments (e.g., Financial Services, Insurance, etc.)
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Why Join Us?
* Be part of a high-impact transformation programme with strategic visibility across the business.
* Work with cutting-edge cloud technology (AVS / Azure).
* Collaborative, forward-thinking culture focused on innovation and delivery.
* Opportunity to influence test strategy at an enterprise level.
* Flexible working arrangements (hybrid/remote depending on location).
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Ready to Apply?
If you're a strategic Test Lead with deep knowledge of cloud migration, AVS, and infrastructure testing, and are ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you
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This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.