{"id":20760,"date":"2022-09-23T17:17:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-23T15:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/?p=20760"},"modified":"2024-03-07T11:00:48","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T10:00:48","slug":"what-does-a-test-manager-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/what-does-a-test-manager-do\/","title":{"rendered":"What does a Test Manager do?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Test managers work on testing apps, programs, software production and the Internet of Things (IoT) for end users. They test software for usability and functionality. What makes a good test manager? Let\u2019s look at their role, skills and responsibilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><br>The role of a Test Manager<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/images\/upload\/test-manager-responsibilities-skill-background-salary.jpg\" alt=\"Test Manager- The role\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As the world continues developing at astonishing speeds, people from all walks of life are coming into contact with software apps and products of all kinds. This makes it very important to&nbsp;<strong>test the quality<\/strong>&nbsp;of these programs and applications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before a digital product is launched,&nbsp;<strong>test managers<\/strong>&nbsp;are responsible for testing them in terms of functionality and usability. In particular, they act as an interface between project management, other testers, the developers and finally, the customer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s very important that&nbsp;<strong>test managers are part of the development process<\/strong>&nbsp;so that they can spot quality problems and solve them early enough and not when the development process is almost ready.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Test managers can work on&nbsp;<strong>different kinds of projects<\/strong>. From testing a simple app to testing complex software. Depending on the project, they will run different test strategies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They will be in charge of the test management that includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Planning (Analysis, Test planning and organization)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Execution (Monitoring, issue management and reporting)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><em>Quality is key. If an app or software doesn\u2019t do what we expect it to do, it\u2019s discarded and deleted.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Responsibilities\"><strong><br>What are the responsibilities of a Test Manager<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/images\/upload\/test-manager-responsibilities.jpg\" alt=\"Test Manager Responsibilities\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Test managers are responsible for the planning, coordination, and control of various test activities<\/strong>. They first create a&nbsp;<strong>test process&nbsp;<\/strong>and<strong>&nbsp;test strategy<\/strong>&nbsp;that analyzes which test methods and tools are suitable and used for test activities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This always depends on the test priority, i.e. which aspect of the subject is primarily tested. For example, they determine which tests are carried out manually and which tests are automated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The test manager also defines which r<strong>esources are used and plans the deadlines, budget, and personnel costs<\/strong>. A so-called&nbsp;<strong>test project plan<\/strong>&nbsp;can serve as an orientation, but it is constantly adapted as the test progresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Test managers take over the technical management and control of the test team. They ensure that&nbsp;<strong>team communication<\/strong>&nbsp;is smooth, delegate work processes and test activities, and bring together impressions and statistics that analysts have created, for example.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among other things, their responsibilities include&nbsp;<strong>reporting to the client, the responsible project management or other stakeholders<\/strong>. Test managers document the tests carried out and analyze and evaluate the software quality before determining the further recommended procedure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If necessary, a test management tool can be used to edit and monitor reports and statistics. These&nbsp;<strong>test management tools&nbsp;<\/strong>help in the management of both automated and manual tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Widely-used test management tools:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PractiTest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TestCollab<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TestRail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EasyQA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Testpad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Zephyr<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qase<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Klaros<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Typical tasks and responsibilities of a test manager:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Organizing the testing process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planning, coordination, and control of the various test activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development and definition of suitable test methods and test tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical management and control of the testing team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documentation of the test activities and preparation of the results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Definition and monitoring of quality goals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensuring high-quality products are delivered to clients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color has-background\" style=\"color:#fbfeff;background-color:#4790af\"><strong>Looking for a Test manager for your company \ud83d\udd0d?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/freelancers-directory.html?filter=&amp;newQuery=&amp;continents=&amp;countries=&amp;states=&amp;city=&amp;radius=&amp;query=%22test+manager%22&amp;excludeDachRegion=0&amp;sort=1?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=freelancers&amp;utm_medium=button&amp;utm_content=career-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">\u00bb <strong>Find Test Managers<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Skills\"><strong>Test Manager Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/images\/upload\/test-manager-skills.jpg\" alt=\"Test Manager Skills\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important skills for a test manager is their level of&nbsp;<strong>communication<\/strong>. This is because not only do they have to work in sync within a team but they must also correspond with different stakeholders.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, unplanned changes and developments can always occur during a test phase. Therefore, test managers should also be&nbsp;<strong>flexible<\/strong>. They are also characterized by good&nbsp;<strong>analytical and conceptual skills<\/strong>, initiative and organizational strength, as well as keen leadership skills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the necessary skills for a test manager?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ability to report, track, and create test status reports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project and test management experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience in working on migration projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good knowledge of test management tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiar with IBM Mainframe and Unix<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge in frontend or backend coding is a plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good communication skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Background\"><strong>Test Manager Background<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no particular degree or specific training to become a test manager.&nbsp;Test managers at IT companies always require sound knowledge and, if possible, a degree in computer science or business informatics. This background ensures that they are interested in technology.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, somebody with a non-technical degree could also become a test manager. Ideally, the potential candidate already has relevant experience carrying out product tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also possible to get a&nbsp;<strong>software testing certification<\/strong>&nbsp;such us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.istqb.org\/\">ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CAST (Certified Associate in Software Testing)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where do test managers work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Test managers can find employment in companies in almost all sectors and&nbsp;<strong>industries that use or develop software applications<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>automotive industry, aviation, medical technology, logistics<\/strong>&nbsp;as well as b<strong>anking and insurance are<\/strong>&nbsp;just a few areas in which test managers can work both as employees and as freelancers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Salary\"><strong>How much does a Test Manager make?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees who work as test managers earn an average salary of around $80,000. The upper limit for Senior test managers is $187,000. The salary for newbie testers is just over $40,000.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How much does a Test Manager earn?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Junior salary<\/td><td>$40,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Average salary<\/td><td>$80,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Senior salary<\/td><td>$187,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>How much do Freelance Test Managers charge?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td> Average rate Test Managers (2022) <\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">$91\/hr<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On average, <strong>freelance Test Managers charge $91\/hour <\/strong>(freelancermap\u2019s price and rate index in September 2022). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Freelance rates in Test Management range between <strong>$81 and $111<\/strong> for the majority of freelancers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considering a freelance rate of $91\/hour, a <strong>freelancer would charge $728\/day<\/strong> for an 8-hour working day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other interesting job profiles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"su-posts su-posts-list-loop \">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<li id=\"su-post-25542\" class=\"su-post \">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/what-does-pacs-administrator-do\/\">What does a PACS Administrator do?<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<li id=\"su-post-5604\" class=\"su-post \">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/what-does-hiring-manager-do\/\">What does a Hiring Manager do?<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<li id=\"su-post-5707\" class=\"su-post \">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/what-does-tax-advisor-do\/\">What does a Tax Advisor do?<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\n\t\t\t\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n<p> \u00bb\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.freelancermap.com\/blog\/freelance-job-profiles-it-roles\/#job-profiles-other\">More job profiles<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Test managers work on testing apps, programs, software production and the Internet of Things (IoT) for end users. 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