QA Test Manager

Job NameQA Test Manager Job Description:Primary duties of this position will be to manage all testing activities required to validate conversion and development of new systems.Required Skills:The candidate must have a thorough understanding of the SDLC, and Software Quality Assurance concepts and best practices and a minimum of (5-7) years experience in software testing. The candidate must be able to manage defects to closure or resolution and develop QA metrics.Must have the ability to work closely with other teams, facilitate defect meetings and be able to interact with both technical, business, and vendor team members. Must be able to decompose the developed modules into subsystems which can be tested.Strong people management and communication (verbal and written) skills are required.Proficient in Software Testing techniques, methodologies and defect management.Understand the differences in testing objectives (e.g. functional testing, unit testing, integration testing, etc.) and how to build a test schedule and construct appropriate testing cycles, test plans and scripts to meet the different objectivesWorking knowledge of the HP Suite of testing tools, including ALM(Quality Center) and Quick Test Professional (QTP).In-depth knowledge developing test strategies and test plans for large complex systems.Expert in creating test plans, developing test scenarios for Java systems, and creating QA metrics and reports.Demonstrated skills in facilitating and organizing test execution of test cases/scripts in a proficient manner.Ability to identify gaps in test coverage to meet business requirements/needs.Proven analytical skills.Responsible for coordinating activities that impact testing initiatives.Experienced in managing testing milestones, estimates and timelines.Strong problem/conflict resolution skills.Strong vendor management skills.Must be able to adapt to an ever-changing environment. Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.Success Criteria:In order to be successful in this role, at minimum the candidate should:Be innovative, energetic, energizing, flexible and eager to learn 5-7 years in a Testing lead role in managing testing/QA teams for mainframe and distributed systemsKnows how to get to the real technical issue and/or root cause of defectsUnderstands diverse technology and integration points (e.g. mainframe vs. distributed, java technologies, cobol/cics, secure transfer protocols, DB2, VSAM)Be able to create a realistic, detailed schedule to support all testing activities needed to manage the projectOrganize, manage and provide clear guidance to teams in order to reach the testing goals and tight deadlineBe able to practice, candor, transparency and collaboration Deliverables to be expected:Testing schedule with detailed activities and milestonesWeekly/Monthly status report identifying risks, issues, assumptions & constraints, decision needed/made relative to testingDaily project action items, issues, risks, decisionsTesting StrategyTest Cases/ScriptsWeekly/Monthly defect reportWeekly/Monthly testing progress reportChair weekly defect meetingsDaily updates on defects in HPALM Preferred Skills:Experience testing in public service is a plus.Experience with complex data testing.Experience with Mainframe and distributed technologies.Proficient in testing integrated and complex systems.5 years as a QA Test Lead.Budget Information Critical Hire Code (Assigned by Approver)Background Verification Standard Background Verification (Required for all new proposals)1 - SSN Name Search1 - State Criminal Record verification (past 7 years covering each State in which the candidate has resided)1 - Federal Criminal Records Verification (past 7 years)1 - Motor Vehicle Records Search 1 - Global Monitor Check (formerly Patriot/OFAC/Terrorist(Suppliers Only)To order, click on the link to the right:Order Standard Background VerificationInstructionsThe completed Background Verification will be attached (via an automated feed) to the candidates user profile under the Attachments Section.Please make sure to always include the applicable proposal ID, contract ID, or requisition ID in the reference field when ordering. 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