Test Lead SAP SF Payroll & E2E Testing

As a Test Lead (
SAP SF Payroll & E2E Testing) , you will:

• Lead and manage end-to-end testing activities across System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), End-to-End (E2E) Testing, and Payroll Parallel Runs.
• Define and drive the overall test strategy, scope, timelines, and resource planning.
• Oversee test execution, ensuring proper management of test cases, defect tracking, and test evidence using tools like Jira and Zephyr.
• Validate integrated business processes, system interfaces, and payroll workflows with a strong E2E focus.
• Manage defect lifecycle including tracking, prioritization, retesting, and closure.
• Ensure all test exit criteria are met and testing deliverables are completed with proper documentation.
• Prepare and present test status reports, defect metrics, and readiness dashboards to stakeholders.
• Support governance forums with testing insights for cutover and go-live decisions.
• Collaborate closely with business users, IT teams, and SMEs to validate scenarios and obtain sign-offs.
• Align testing outcomes with project governance and leadership expectations.

• 10+ years of overall experience in testing, with strong exposure to Test Management/Test Lead roles.
• Proven expertise in SIT, UAT, E2E Testing, and Payroll Parallel Run.
• Hands-on experience with test and defect management tools (e.g., Jira, Zephyr, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of SAP Success Factors – Employee Central Payroll.
• Understanding of integrated systems and business processes.
• Familiarity with AI & Gen AI tools/products (good to have).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Lead and coordinate multiple testing phases across cross-functional teams.
• Translate business requirements into effective test scenarios and strategies.
• Analyze complex system integrations and identify potential risks.
• Manage priorities, timelines, and resources in a structured manner.
• Drive defect resolution through collaboration and follow-ups.
• Communicate testing insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ensure high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines.

• Opportunity to lead large-scale, enterprise-level testing programs.
• Exposure to end-to-end payroll and HR system transformations.
• A collaborative environment working with business, IT, and domain experts.
• Involvement in critical go-live and transformation milestones.
• A role that combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution.

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