HREX HR Release and Test ManagerAt ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.Write the next chapter of your ABB story.
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HR Portfolio Manager

Your role and responsibilities

The ABB HR Experience Process, Data and Technology organization is dedicated to delivering a world-class HR experience. We develop and implement business-driven strategies, enhance HR systems, and work closely with the business to improve end-to-end HR processes, manage data, and oversee global systems. By taking a holistic approach, we ensure seamless integration of processes, data, and technology to benefit our people. If you have strong technical and analytical skills, a customer-first mindset, and a passion for user experience, we encourage you to apply.Locations are flexible for HR roles, while role holders will be expected to work/collaborate with teams in European and US EST time zones. Ultimately, we’ll choose the most qualified candidate for each role.We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive Release and Testing Lead to oversee the release management and testing processes within our HR technology environment, with a significant focus on Workday. This role will ensure that all updates and releases are executed seamlessly while maintaining high-quality standards and user satisfaction. The Release and Testing Lead will collaborate closely with HR stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors in a business-as-usual (BAU) setting.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesRelease Management• Develop and manage comprehensive release plans for Workday updates, aligning with business priorities.• Coordinate release schedules, timelines, dependencies, and resources across teams.• Act as the primary liaison between HR, IT, and external partners, ensuring clear communication on release objectives and outcomes.• Identify and mitigate risks, implementing contingency plans to minimize operational impact.• Prepare and maintain release documentation, approvals, and change requests.• Oversee deployment, provide go-live support, and ensure seamless transitions.• Conduct post-release reviews, monitor system performance, and drive continuous improvement.Testing Management.• Develop and implement test strategies, covering functional, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT).• Plan, execute, and oversee testing activities, including test case creation, execution, and defect management.• Lead, mentor, and manage the testing team, promoting best practices and process improvements.• Collaborate with business users for UAT and oversee defect tracking and resolution.• Maintain testing documentation and provide regular status reports to stakeholders.• Identify process improvement opportunities and stay updated on industry best practices.• Conduct post-release evaluations to assess success, quality, and impact on HR processes.

Qualifications for the role

Proven experience in managing Workday or similar HR system releases, including planning, deployment, and post-release evaluation. Certifications in ISTQB, Project Management Professional (PMP) and Workday are a plus.Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes (e.g., JIRA, Quality Center, TestRail) and experience with version control systems.Proven ability to lead teams, manage conflicts, and drive collaboration among cross-functional teams.Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiating skills.Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and multiple groups, as well as global teams.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

More about us

For US candidates only: While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between USD 111’300 and USD 206’700 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.