Test Automation Manager

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Quality Assurance Manager organizes and sets the direction of the QA team. They oversee functional testing and assists with the implementation of a centralized testing center. The Software Quality Assurance Manager leads a team of QA engineers. The responsibilities of the candidate and their team will involve functional, regression, end-to-end, and client testing. This role will involve testing for many large and complex projects and programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops and maintains QA lifecycle management strategy and operational plans assuring quality and reliability of systems and services.
• Helps to set the direction and plan for test automation maturity
• Performs product analysis to understand the requirements from the perspective of completion, testability and ease of understanding.
• Performs test results analysis post execution of testing and provide feedback on areas of improvements in test coverage.
• Performs defect trends analysis during and post release and provides detailed report on risks and lessons learned.
• Provides or oversees estimate creation for new projects based on QA lifecycle.
• Review Test Strategies for all the projects in portfolio based on organization standards and best practices.
• Manages and leads direct reports establishing timely and challenging performance standards, providing ongoing feedback.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for all testing deliverables from the QA team to any project, or initiative
• Participates in the career development of staff, acting as a positive role model and mentor.
• Provide insight on process and product quality assurance compliance.
• Own processes and best-practices on the following topics:
• Test strategy, test planning & test management
• Quality management and continuous improvement
• Product integration and coordination improvements
• Voice of Customer

OTHER DUTIES: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree (Computer Science preferred) plus 8 - 10 + years of relevant work experience with a deep understanding of quality assurance; understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery a plus.

• Understanding of QA principles and best practices in areas such as BDD, test automation, API testing
• Strong knowledge of test automation required
• Prior management experience required
• Familiarity with practices in areas of security and performance testing recommended
• Knowledge of data migration testing practices and tools strongly recommended
• Experience with Microsoft Test Manager, TFS, and Selenium tools a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Typical noise levels for an open, cubicle-styled environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position requires periods of standing, walking, and the use of computer equipment. Additional physical demands include, but may not be limited to, talking or hearing, push/pull, stooping, kneeling, reaching w/hands and arms, and lifting at least 10 pounds.

WORK AUTHORIZATION: Authorization to work in the United States is required.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.