Test/Solution Architect at Resillion, Hybrid, 3 Months initial, £Contract Rate (Outside IR35)

Help us to achieve our goal to be the global leader in total quality services.

With your help we will achieve this by delivering Total Quality 360, a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge services which combine quality engineering, cyber security, conformance & interoperability and content quality to deliver end-to-end total quality solutions.

Here at Resillion, our culture is based on an ‘if you see something, say something’ attitude where we take responsibility. It’s one where we expect to adapt and embrace change as the company grows. It’s based on recognising the individual worth of every one of our employees and developing their skills to keep us all at the forefront of our industry.

Above all, it’s a culture where we’re passionate about what we do, and we’re committed to the greater good of the company.

If you would like to be part of our journey, then this role may be the one for you.

Job Title: Test / Solution Architect – FMCG / ERP – Large Data / Platform Migration

Duration: Contract 3 months initially – Outside IR35

Location: Hybrid with possible travel to (Leeds and Sheffield)

** DUE TO EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECKS, WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT CANDIDATES WHO HAVE 3 YEARS UK ADDRESS HISTORY **

We are seeking an experienced Senior Test / Solution Architect to work in collaboration to lead the test design, strategy, and governance of testing across complex ERP, manufacturing / FMCG environments. This role focuses on ensuring quality across large‑scale systems, platforms, and integrations, with a strong emphasis on automation, data awareness, and modern testing practices.

The Senior Test / Solution Architect will work closely with cross‑functional teams and report directly to the Senior Test Manager, acting as a technical authority for all testing‑related decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and own the end‑to‑end test architecture for ERP, manufacturing, and enterprise platforms.

• Develop scalable test strategies covering functional, non‑functional, integration, and regression testing.
• Establish best‑practice frameworks, standards, and governance for testing across the organisation.

ERP & Platform Expertise

• Lead testing for ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) including modules, integrations, and customisations.
• Support system/platform design and implementation from a quality and risk perspective.
• Ensure test coverage across supply chain, manufacturing, warehousing, finance, and commercial systems.
• Data & Analytics
• Support testing for data warehousing, ETL pipelines, and reporting platforms.
• Ensure data quality, validation, and reconciliation processes are embedded into test approaches.

Must be able to demonstrate a proven track record in the following areas:

• Stakeholder Management including a number of Software Development vendors
• Experience of working with the Senior Test Manager to shape the overall QA roadmap.
• Provide technical leadership to test teams, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert for testing across ERP, manufacturing, and FMCG environments.

Risk & Quality Management

• Identify quality risks early and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Strong background as a Test or Solution Architect or similar Senior QA role.
• Good experience across large ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or similar).
• Strong understanding of system/platform design and implementation. 
• Hands‑on knowledge of test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Tosca).
• Experience with data warehousing, ETL testing, and data validation.
• Excellent understanding of integration testing across complex enterprise landscapes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, and shift‑left testing practices.
• Exposure to Cybersecurity or Performance testing.
• ISTQB Advanced or equivalent certifications