Test & Release Manager

AboutVeracity The Veracity Industry Cloud Platform helps our customers with the necessary digital tools and platform capabilities for cohesive data-driven solutions. Veracity has a strong presence in Norway, Poland and China, providing digital expertise with high quality and efficiency. From ideation to creation, we help our customers to build and maintain their digital service or product on the Veracity platform. We provide an experienced and competent team who will support our customers digital journey through all the stages of their product's development and maintenance.

Join Our Veracity OVD Team as a Test & Release Manager!

Are you passionate about project and test management and driving operational excellence in software products? Do you have experience in the maritime industry and a knack for fostering collaboration across diverse teams? We want you to join our Veracity OVD (Operational Vessel Data) team!

As a key member of our team, you'll support Data Assurance services for Commercial and Regulatory emissions reporting, helping ship owners and vessel operators manage data for hundreds of ships worldwide.

Your Key Responsibilities:

As a Test & Release Manager, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless integration and delivery of high-quality software solutions. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Test Strategy Development:
  • Own and develop the OVD test strategy, ensuring overall project objectives.
  • Define comprehensive test policies, objectives, scope, and success criteria.
  • Work closely with development and product teams to integrate testing seamlessly into the development cycle
• Test Management Support:
  • Collaborate with teams to align testing processes with project goals.
  • Ensure stakeholder involvement in test planning, execution and feedback gathering.
• Test Data Management:
  • Design and implement effective test data management strategies.
  • Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to create realistic data sets for testing.
• Release Management:
  • Organize and facilitate release planning meetings to ensure smooth delivery of updates.
  • Coordinate release schedules, identify risks, and oversee post-release evaluations.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Serve as a liaison between the product manager, development teams, and external stakeholders.
  • Provide clear, consistent updates on progress, gather feedback, and address concerns effectively.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to enhance workflows across the product organization.
  • Capture feedback and improvement suggestions from teams and implement best practices.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams working on Azure DevOps with diverse technologies such as Data Warehouse, Python, and .NET.

Example Projects:

• Coordinating releases delivering critical data to Emissions Connect and Veracity Data Workbench.
• Facilitating process improvements to streamline operations within the OVD product organization.
• Supporting test management efforts for high-quality product delivery.

Location: Oslo, Høvik.

Deadline: 18/05/2025. We are continuously assessing applications, so we encourage you to apply early!

We kindly ask you to submit your application along with a cover letter and CV.

What We Offer:

• Impactful Work: A unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and maritime innovation, in a global organization committed to tackling global transformations.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team where your contributions directly impact the digital transformation of the maritime industry.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and development in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

What we're looking for:

We are looking for a passionate and experienced individual who thrives in dynamic environments and has a strong background software testing and project management.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in project and test management within software development or technology projects.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of the maritime industry or experience working on maritime-related projects is highly desirable.
• Experience in hybrid infrastructure environments (on-premises and cloud).
• Experience working with hybrid teams across multiple locations worldwide.