Test Lead

About the Role

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is hiring a Test Lead in Auckland, New Zealand to support testing delivery across complex integrated environments. The role sits within TCS Asia Pacific, where the organisation combines digital innovation with a long-term sustainability focus. TCS has operated carbon-neutral across 11 countries, 12 delivery centres, and 18 offices in Asia Pacific since 2022, and is working toward net-zero emissions by 2030. The company promotes eco-friendly workplaces, paperless ways of working, efficient use of energy, and active employee participation in sustainability initiatives.

As part of the team, you will contribute to technology-led outcomes while supporting a culture built on integrity, excellence, responsibility, pioneering spirit, and unity. The position offers exposure to large enterprise environments, close collaboration with stakeholders, and the opportunity to help shape dependable end-to-end solutions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out testing activities in line with the approved test strategy and overall test plan.
• Develop SIT scenarios, test cases, and execution schedules.
• Validate end-to-end integration across CRM, billing, and metering platforms.
• Monitor delivery progress against committed timelines and flag any slippage early.
• Coordinate onsite and offshore teams, ensuring clear ownership of tasks and priorities.
• Support a follow-the-sun delivery approach and serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.
• Run stand-ups, SIT progress calls, and defect triage discussions.
• Share regular updates on progress, risks, blockers, and escalations with stakeholders.
• Work with development teams, business users, and vendors to resolve issues efficiently.
• Oversee defect management, including prioritisation, retesting, and tracking in JIRA or Azure DevOps.
• Measure execution progress, defect leakage, and test coverage to maintain visibility.
• Confirm that the SIT environment is ready and coordinate testing data requirements.
• Uphold QA process compliance and contribute to ongoing improvements in test practice.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in SIT and integration testing.
• Proven background in managing onsite-offshore delivery teams.
• Working knowledge of JIRA, Azure DevOps, and test management tools.
• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership capabilities.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to manage stakeholders effectively.

Why Join TCS

• Competitive compensation aligned with the Australian market, plus performance-based incentives, recognition, and employee benefits.
• Exposure to major Australian enterprises while working with a global network of specialists.
• Supportive leadership that values initiative, innovation, and collaboration.
• Clear career progression, learning opportunities, certifications, and mobility across roles and domains.
• An inclusive workplace where diversity, collaboration, and respect are central.
• Access to structured learning, leadership development, certifications, and emerging technologies.

Culture Fit

• Best suited to professionals who are enthusiastic about technology and transformation.
• Ideal for people who enjoy curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Matches candidates who thrive in collaborative, purpose-led environments.
• Well suited to those motivated by delivering meaningful impact for clients, communities, and society.

About TCS

Tata Consultancy Services is a global provider of IT services, consulting, and business solutions, working with many of the world’s leading organisations to modernise business operations, operating models, and technology ecosystems.

Equal Opportunity

TCS is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics under applicable law.