Senior Test Coordinator – Transport Operations & Planning

Our client, a prominent organization in the transportation sector, is seeking a Senior Test Coordinator to lead quality assurance for critical planning and data systems. This role focuses on defining comprehensive test strategies and overseeing complex testing cycles within an Agile framework to ensure high-quality software delivery.

• Define the test approach, scope, and resource needs while ensuring alignment with program plans and release schedules.
• Coordinate and supervise User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities, including environment preparation and issue resolution.
• Lead and coach a team of onshore and offshore testers to foster a high-performance and collaborative environment.
• Manage the defect lifecycle by tracking, prioritizing, and driving resolutions in collaboration with development and business teams.
• Produce concise test dashboards and quality metrics to support informed Go/No-Go decision-making.
• Implement continuous improvements in testing standards and methodologies based on industry best practices.

• 5+ years of experience in functional software testing.
• 3+ years leading test strategy, planning, and execution.
• 3+ years of experience as a Product Owner or equivalent in Agile environments.
• 2+ years coordinating or supervising User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities.
• 1+ years of experience in the railway or transportation sector, specifically within planning departments.
• Experience working with distributed or offshore teams to deliver QA objectives.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation.
• Experience with Postman for API testing and SQL for data validation.
• You possess strong leadership skills and the ability to manage complex defect lifecycles.
• You are fluent in English with full professional proficiency in French or Dutch.

Nice to Haves

• Ability to identify automation opportunities based on risk and ROI.
• Practical experience with regression, integration, and E2E testing in complex environments.

• Start date: 20/07/2026
• Duration: Until 31/12/2027
• Work regime: Full-time
• Location: Brussels
• Working model: Hybrid with 2 days onsite per week
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers