US-NC-Burlington: Software QA Manager
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Date: 30-Jan-2009
Software QA Manager
PROFILE:
As QA manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of testers and release coordinators, and developing processes to ensure delivery of high quality software applications. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, process oriented, experienced manager excited about new product creation and developing robust QA processes and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Apply sound quality management methods, tools and techniques to create and support defect-free application software that meets the needs of the organization
* Work with Project and Development managers to define QA activities for project plans along with ensuring delivery schedules for testing activities
* Provide status reports and feedback to Quality Director and Business Management for QA projects
* Create, review and approve test plans including scope, test methodology and test case identification
* Ensure industry best practices are integrated into QA/Test processes and artifacts
* Act as release manager, where required to ensure product components are released for production deployment as tested by Software QA Group
* Act as "Voice of the Customer" when participating in product readiness reviews
* Develop and maintain procedures and work instructions for departmental processes
* Provide direct, day to day, management to 3-5 supervisor level direct reports
* Develop and track performance plans for each direct report
Job Requirements :
QUALIFICATIONS:
* BS or MS degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
* 8-10 years experience in Software QA
* Minimum of 3 years in a management or lead role
* Formal training in software quality engineering
SKILLS:
* High proficiency in testing methodology, SDLC methodology, test documentation procedures and QA Best Practices
* Understanding & implementation of automated test processes
* Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to communicate at a level appropriate to the audience (direct reports, peers and senior management)
* Excellent negotiation and consensus building abilities
* Excellent team building abilities
* Recognized for motivating and building high performance testing and software development teams.
* Experience in Mainframe and Web based technologies is preferred
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Thank you,
Team SQAFYI - Software QA Resource FYI
http://sqa.fyicenter.com
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