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Junior Project Manager
5 month contract
100% remote - PST
A Fortune 50 Client in the Greater Seattle Area is looking for a remote Program Manager 1 to help with bug tracking, triaging, and resolution for their flagship AI product. The team is responsible for the premium version of their AI product for both premium and general users.
The team is looking for highly skilled and motivated vendor resource to join our team for triaging and end-to-end (E2E) testing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software testing, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
This role will contribute to managing feedback, triaging it to the right teams, and conducting end-to-end testing of the product. The role will consist of heavy triaging and testing.
Triaging:
- Analyze and prioritize incoming issues and defects.
- Reproduce reported issues to confirm their validity.
- Assign issues to the appropriate development teams for resolution.
- Track and report the status of issues throughout the development lifecycle.
End-to-End (E2E) Testing:
- Develop and execute comprehensive E2E test plans and test cases.
- Ensure that all components of the system work together as expected.
- Identify and document defects, inconsistencies, and performance issues.
- Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality releases.
Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience Required 2 overall years of experience in the field.
- Minimum 2 years experience with software, particularly the ability to pick up and test new software quickly
- Minimum 2 years experience with Microsoft product experience, including familiarity with products beyond just Windows and Word.
- Minimum 2 _ years experience with strong written communication skills, especially the ability to write reports and communicate work effectively.
Additional qualifications:
-Proven experience in software testing, including triaging and E2E testing.
-Strong understanding of testing methodologies.
-Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
-Strong communication and collaboration skills.
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
-Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Skills:
• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Basic ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Basic knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.
• 0-2 years experience required.
Salary : $30 - $36
