IT QA & Development Manager (SAP)

Description

We are knowmad mood! We are a leading digital transformation company, continuously evolving and at the forefront of technology. Comprising over 3\.000 creative, digital, and innovative professionals united by a shared purpose and capable of building connections with people worldwide. A responsible, flexible team with strong adaptability to our clients’ and the market’s needs—while consistently delivering value, vision, creativity, expertise, professionalism, and passion for technology in every project. Our core values—collaboration, innovation, commitment, fun, and trust—guide us toward excellence. We are seeking an **IT QA \& Development Manager**, experienced in quality management, software development, and SAP ecosystems, to join a strategic project. You will play a key role coordinating technical teams, external vendors, and business units to ensure delivery of solutions aligned with defined quality standards and architecture. ### **Your responsibilities** * Lead software development initiatives—from requirements definition through to production deployment. * Coordinate internal development teams and external vendors. * Oversee development activities in **SAP ABAP** and **SAP UI5** environments. * Define and maintain quality standards, procedures, and controls. * Monitor software quality and audit development activities. * Manage application change and evolution processes. * Analyze quality metrics and operational data to drive continuous improvement. * Collaborate with technical teams to resolve complex incidents. * Ensure solutions align with the defined technological architecture. * Work closely with business units to prioritize initiatives and define functional requirements. ### **Mandatory requirements** * Proven experience managing developments within the **SAP** ecosystem. * Solid knowledge of: + SAP ABAP. + SAP UI5\. + Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). + Quality Assurance (QA). + Software architecture principles. + Management of external vendors. + Project management and change management. * Experience leading and coordinating technical teams. ### **Preferred qualifications** * ITIL certification. * Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments. * Experience as an IT consultant or within corporate technology departments. * Participation in defining governance, quality, and software development control models. ### **Key competencies** * Leadership and accountability. * Results orientation. * Influence and communication skills. * Agile decision-making. * Change management. * Strategic thinking. * Team development and mentoring. ### **What we offer** * Opportunity to contribute to a strategic project with direct impact on corporate application quality and evolution. * International and collaborative working environment. * High-level interaction with business units and technical teams. * A long-term project with clear professional growth potential. * Continuous training and access to cutting-edge software quality technologies and methodologies. **Location:** Barcelona and surrounding areas (with availability for occasional travel). **English proficiency:** C1\. **What we offer** * **Permanent contract** * **Flexible working hours**: Flexible schedule (start at 8\.30 a.m., end at 6 p.m.), with intensive Fridays (8 a.m.–3 p.m.) and summer intensives (July and August: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.). * **Vacation days**: 22 days of paid leave plus 2 floating holidays; additionally, December 24 and 31 are non-working days. * **Permanent contract**: From day one, with option of 12 or 14 annual payments. * **Flexible compensation**: Meal card, childcare voucher, private health insurance, training, and other tax-advantaged benefits. * **Benefits club**: Discounts on technology, leisure, and education. * **Continuous learning**: Access to Udemy Business, language courses, official certifications, and technical training. * **Career development plan**: Personalized support to grow, specialize, or take on new challenges. * **Holistic wellbeing**: Programs covering nutrition, physical activity, and emotional balance. * **Work-life integration \+LIFE**: 24/7 personal and family assistance. * **Inclusive environment**: Diverse and multicultural workplace. * **Social events**: Activities designed to foster team connection. **Apply now—we’ll share more details!** Stay updated on our latest news by following us here \-\> knowmad mood *At ***knowmad mood***, we are committed to equal opportunities and respect for diversity. We apply our Equality Plan and the principle of non-discrimination across all recruitment processes.*