Test Architect — Why Everybody Needs (at Least) One

What is the difference of a test architect to a commonly known software architect and why do I need one? What do they have in common and where do they differ? Wwhat is the daily business of a test architect? What are the different expectations of other roles on a test architect? Questions over questions which will be covered in this talk. With examples where it did go well because there was a test architect and examples where things got haywire maybe because a test architect was missing.

Value for the audience:
In larger software projects, the topic of test infrastructure and test suite architecture typically falls through the cracks. This talk is about the need for a role that specifically addresses these points to ensure the sustainability of quality assurance measures. Some examples will show where a test architect can be helpful and where projects typically encounter problems when this role is not established.

Problems addressed:
Who is responsible for the overall test infrastructure technically?

Who takes care about the architecture of the test suite holistically?

What career paths can I pursue as a test engineer / QA expert?

Talk language: English
Level: Advanced
Target group: Testers, Developers, Architects, Project Leads, Test Managers, Team Leads

Company:
Siemens Healthcare GmbH

Marco Achtziger