What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Quality Assurance Manager position at firstPRO, Inc?
Job Details
firstPRO inc. is looking for an IT QA Manager for our client in Burlington, NJ.
This is a full time direct hire opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies for software, systems, and applications across the organization.
- Collaborate with stakeholders (developers, product managers, business analysts) to define test requirements, test plans, and acceptance criteria.
- Ensure the development of detailed test documentation, including test cases, test scripts, and test data.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of QA engineers, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment.
- Provide coaching, career development, and performance management for team members.
- Set clear objectives for the QA team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Oversee manual testing efforts to ensure the quality and reliability of software and systems.
- Track and report on testing progress, including identifying issues and ensuring timely resolution.
- Monitor the execution of test cases, defects, and system performance to ensure high standards are met.
- Conduct root cause analysis for defects and work with development teams to identify improvements in the testing process.
- Continuously evaluate and improve QA processes and methodologies to increase efficiency, accuracy, and quality of testing efforts.
- Ensure adherence to best practices and quality standards for software development and testing (e.g., Agile, Scrum)
- Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies to enhance the QA team's capabilities.
- Work closely with developers, product managers, and business analysts to ensure the proper integration of QA activities into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Act as the main point of contact for quality assurance-related matters within cross-functional teams.
- Facilitate communication between different teams to ensure the smooth execution of testing plans.
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the QA process, including test coverage, defect rates, and overall software quality.
- Provide regular reporting on testing progress, defect status, and overall quality metrics to senior leadership.
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of IT program management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and software development life cycles (SDLC).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex situations.
- Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, etc.).
- Epicor Prophet 21 knowledge is a plus.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
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