Test & Integration Manager - ESN

Why this job matters

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a huge strategic priority for BT and our commitment to do the best for our customer and our country.  ESN will be one of the most advanced Emergency Services Networks in the world and BT is proud to be the official supplier providing mission critical and trusted communications for Britain’s Emergency Services. The ESN will replace the existing Airwave network and building upon on EE’s existing 4G network and to provide essential new voice, data services, and critical communications services to 300,000 members of frontline emergency service users.

You will be responsible for the definition and delivery of Test Strategy, Test Plan and Test Case documentation as well as test execution, governance and reporting. You will need to act as an advocate for Quality Assurance and Integration, engaging other units within Technology and across other functions, in order to communicate test principles, aims and processes.

The successful candidate will be cleared to BPSS (or equivalent) as a minimum.  You may even be required to undergo National Security Vetting (e.g. CTC, SC or NPPV).

What you’ll be doing

•    Lead end-to-end testing and integration of multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with industry standards such as TMMi and ISTQB as required. Provide analysis to support informed decision-making with customer experience in mind
•    Oversee integration testing through to live validation, resolving issues and translating risks into actionable insights. Monitor project dependencies and provide risk analysis and recommendations to ensure timely delivery to high quality standards
•    Implement and manage optimised test strategies for a variety of workstreams, with a focus on embedding automation and develop the use of AI
•    Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external suppliers, and partners including the Home Office and Emergency Services stakeholders. Communicate test approaches and manage stakeholder expectations, balancing time, cost, and quality
•    Govern supplier quality and manage escalations to resolution. Plan and manage test resources, promoting best practices and compliance

The skills you’ll need

What we would like to see on your CV

•    Proven understanding of mobile communications (4G LTE, 5G NR, 3GPP and/or Cloud Core)
•    Proficient with test management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) for execution and defect tracking
•    Excellent knowledge of testing methodologies, tools, and best practices (ISTQB and TMMI) as well as layer 3 trace tooling (e.g. Xcal and NetScout or similar tools).  Proficient in test automation tools (e.g. Python, Selenium, JMeter, Java Script, Appium)
•    Proven leadership experience in managing on-shore (senior) test engineers and delivering complex  solutions in a High-profile strategic Telecommunication or Mission Critical Communications programme 
•    Excellent skills in external and supplier stakeholder engagement, with ability to align test goals across teams

Benefits

At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

•    10% on target annual bonus 
•    BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
•    X4 Salary Life Assurance
•    Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice
•    25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
•    From January 2025, equal family leave:  receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
•    Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more
•    24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
•    2 weeks paid carer’s leave 
•    World-class training and development opportunities
•    Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
•    Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

Flexible Working
This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location or customer location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.