Test Lead | Dayforce

Job Description

Role Overview:

In this role, you will take ownership of the test strategy and execution for a complex Dayforce implementation within a large-scale digital transformation program. Collaborating closely with implementation partners, business stakeholders, and SME teams, you will design, develop, and oversee test scenarios to ensure a smooth transition from multiple legacy systems into a unified solution.

You will be responsible for defining test frameworks, establishing best practices, and ensuring testing is aligned with overall project milestones. Managing resources effectively, you will provide leadership in defect management and reporting, ensuring issues are tracked, resolved, and documented appropriately. Your ability to drive testing excellence will play a crucial role in the success of this implementation.

Beyond the technical aspects, you will act as a bridge between various teams, ensuring communication flows seamlessly. You will work proactively to address potential risks, optimise testing processes, and provide clear and structured reporting to key stakeholders. Experience in Dayforce implementation is essential, ensuring that best practices are applied, and project goals are met effectively. This role requires a combination of strong technical testing expertise and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine test strategies, test plans, and test scenarios specific to Dayforce implementation.
• Coordinate with SMEs and augmented testers to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Manage test execution, track defects, and drive resolution processes.
• Oversee pilot acceptance testing and ensure effective incident management.
• Report on testing progress and communicate findings to key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with an implementation partner and internal teams to optimise testing processes.
• Set up and manage the test environment, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance testing efficiency and quality.

Candidate Profile:

You are a seasoned Test Lead with over five years of experience managing end-to-end testing within complex enterprise projects. Your expertise includes planning and executing test strategies, coordinating resources, and delivering structured and effective test management. Dayforce implementation experience is essential, as you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth transition to this HRIS platform.

Your ability to work independently, adapt to changing project needs, and confidently engage with stakeholders makes you a strong candidate for this role. Exceptional communication skills are essential, as you will be collaborating with HR teams, technical teams, and senior leadership to ensure alignment and drive quality outcomes.

In addition to your technical skills, you are a strategic thinker who can anticipate risks and proactively implement solutions. Your experience includes working with test management tools such as Jira and Confluence, and you have a strong understanding of agile methodologies. Your ability to maintain high testing standards while working within tight deadlines will be key to your success.

Company, Culture & Benefits:

This role sits within a forward-thinking organisation undergoing a significant HR technology transformation. You will join a professional yet down-to-earth team that values expertise and collaboration.

• Work on a high-impact HR technology transformation project.
• Competitive daily rate with long-term contract potential.
• Collaborate with industry leaders and senior stakeholders.

Apply:

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume by clicking the “apply” link below. The reference number for this role is DJ55574