Test UAT Coordinator (German-speaking)Location: Hybrid, ~30% on-site Languages: German B2 (required), English C1/C2 Contract: 6 months + possible extensionAbout the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Test UAT Coordinator to oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) across multiple workstreams in a large-scale enterprise environment. This role requires excellent coordination, communication, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to independently plan and manage UAT cycles.You will act as a key interface between business stakeholders, IT teams, testers, and project leadership to ensure smooth and successful UAT execution.Key ResponsibilitiesUAT Planning & PreparationIndependently prepare and maintain UAT test plans, including timelines, resources, scope, and dependencies.Ensure that test scenarios and cases fully reflect business requirements.Coordinate the creation, review, approval, and ongoing maintenance of UAT test cases.Plan and oversee the setup of UAT environments, including test data preparation.Execution & CoordinationServe as the primary liaison between business units, IT, and testing teams.Manage UAT execution across all sub-streams, ensuring alignment and timely delivery.Monitor test progress, identify blockers, and address issues to keep UAT activities on track.Defect ManagementTrack, prioritize, and escalate defects identified during UAT.Collaborate with development teams to ensure timely resolution.Provide clear reporting and documentation of defect status and testing outcomes.Closure & Go-Live ReadinessConsolidate UAT results and prepare recommendations for go/no-go decisions.Ensure proper documentation, sign-off, and compliance with acceptance criteria.Additional ResponsibilitiesWork in hybrid delivery models (agile + classical).Temporarily take over tasks of related roles when required (e.g., vacation or illness cover).Required QualificationsEducationDegree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a similar fieldORAt least 5 years of relevant professional experience in software testing or quality assurance.Professional Experience2–3 years of experience as a UAT Coordinator or similar QA role.2–3 years of project experience in software development environments.Technical & Professional SkillsStrong understanding of:Testing methodologiesRequirements analysisDefect lifecycle & risk analysisAcceptance criteria and quality assurance standardsHands-on experience with:Jira + XrayConfluenceLanguagesGerman: B2 (mandatory)English: C1/C2Soft SkillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong ability to train, guide, and transfer knowledge to users and testers.Problem-solving mindset and solution-oriented attitude.High empathy and customer orientation.