Software Testing Manager

Position Summary: 

• We are looking for an experienced QA professional to lead Software Testing . 

• This position will work with the TCoE vendor to build a high performing team of technical QA resources. 

• This position will ensure building strong collaborative relationship with the business and technical teams to prioritize and coordinate testing and automation deliverables. 

• This individual must be a self-starter with high energy and possess the drive to meet the needs of a demanding environment. 

• The successful candidate must have a proven record of accomplishment, and have prior experience working with a Testing team leading functional testing and automation. 

• The candidate must have well-rounded skills that include a strong focus on service, managing execution, and delivering results. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Provide supervision for direct reports including hired services contractors. 

• Manage resource scheduling and task execution to plans and objectives. Maintain a high-level understanding of dependencies that could lead to scheduling risks. 

• Regular review of Quality Metrics with business and technical teams to drive quality management best practices through all phases of Systems Development Life Cycle. 

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technology, business processes and practices to continually improve applications and systems processes. 

• Provide input into the long-range planning which may include requirements for hardware, software, and/or technical resources while protect current investments. 

• Provide input into annual cost center and project budgets. 

• Ensure all areas of responsibility are fully operational, maintaining stability, reliability, and sustainability. 

• Ensure successful and timely delivery of all project components within area of responsibility following methodologies, standards and strategies. 

Requirements: 

• 5-8 years of proven QA Lead experience in coordinating and executing test activities on medium to large projects 

• 2-3 years of proven QA Manager experience 

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to analyze complex technical problems 

• Experience in HP UFT or other test automation tool a must 

• Proven experience in establishing and implementing automation framework in a complex environment is required 

• Ability to multi-task, shift gears quickly, work independently and collaboratively, adapt easily to shifting priorities, process changes, and schedule changes 

• Excellent verbal and written communications; ability to explain system issues clearly and concisely and establish effective working relationships 

• Experience in creating and managing project plans in MS Project 

• Strong understanding of SQA methodologies including but not limited to test automation, SOA based application architecture testing and QM Metrics 

• Proven focus on identifying opportunities for process improvement and driving implementation of those improvements 

• Established track record building productive relationships across technical disciplines and with business partners. Including the ability to influence others and advocate change 

• Experience in a FDA regulated environment a plus