Workday Senior Test Lead

Posted 14 January 2025
Salary Competitive
LocationLondon
Discipline Software Engineering
Reference72248
Contact NameLouise Batty
Remote working Hybrid/Flexible

Job description

Workday Test Lead

Outside IR35 - London - Hybrid
  • Lead the project - from scoping, planning, through to execution and support, and closure of the project in Testing.
  • Perform risk assessments and produce test documentation (e.g., Test Plans, Test Cases, Test Scripts).
  • Execute test scripts accurately for projects, changes, and releases.
  • Create and maintain test data for Workday HCM, FINS, PSA, and integrations.
  • Ensure minimal risk to BAU and project deliverables through effective testing.
  • Report and communicate plans, progress, and issues promptly.
  • Resolve issues proactively with support teams.
  • Collaborate with third-party teams to ensure timely and correct testing.
  • Set up Jira/Zephyr for project and BAU testing activities.
  • Execute and maintain automated scripts.
  • Act as a reference for Business UAT.
  • Support business users in executing test scripts.
  • Escalate risks to the Test Lead.
  • Recommend improvements to testing processes.

Skills Required:

  • Experience of Workday Finance functional areas (Financial Accounting, Customer Accounts, Expenses, Banking, Financial Reporting etc), including integration within the full lifecycle.
  • Experience of data validation across Workday modules.
  • Ability to report status and highlight risks clearly.
  • Knowledge of test management tools.
  • Strong technical understanding of SAAS ERP platforms.
  • Experience working with outsourced teams.
  • High energy, drive, and delivery focus.
  • Strong risk awareness and management skills.
  • Creative problem-solving skills with agility for fast solutions.
  • Credibility, professionalism, and strong personal integrity.