Direct Hire Role
No sponsorship is available, must be eligible for hire without
No 3rd party contractors
Hybrid in Wayne, PA 2-3 days/week- local candidates only
Overview:
Our client, a global logistics company, is seeking an experienced Director of IT QA to join the team! This is a Direct Hire opportunity.
Summary:
Our client is looking for a visionary Director of Quality Assurance to lead our Software Quality Assurance (SQA) team with a focus on advancing test automation. This role demands expertise in software quality methodologies, a strong grasp of test automation frameworks, and hands-on experience within the .NET ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Team Management (25%)
- Guide, mentor, and manage the SQA team to align with the company’s strategic objectives.
- Develop and execute strategic plans for the department, emphasizing continuous improvement and industry best practices.
- Collaborate with Development, Product Management, and Operations teams to ensure smooth, high-quality software deployments.
2. Test Automation (30%)
- Build and maintain robust test automation frameworks tailored to the .NET environment.
- Promote the adoption of automation tools and methodologies across teams.
- Enhance test automation practices, ensuring extensive test coverage and optimizing efficiency.
3. Quality Assurance Practices (20%)
- Define, monitor, and refine quality assurance processes, metrics, and standards.
- Oversee the defect lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and tracking.
- Ensure all software releases meet quality benchmarks before production deployment.
4. Test Data Management (15%)
- Create and maintain test data strategies to support both automated and manual testing efforts.
- Guarantee the accuracy, availability, and compliance of test data.
- Partner with development and operations teams to manage test data aligned with data privacy and regulatory requirements.
5. Innovation and Continuous Improvement (10%)
- Keep abreast of emerging trends and technologies in quality assurance and test automation.
- Introduce innovative solutions to boost testing efficiency and effectiveness.
- Foster a culture of learning, adaptability, and growth within the SQA team.
Qualifications and Skills
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
- Extensive experience in test automation, including hands-on work with tools like Selenium, NUnit, and MSTest.
Core Competencies
- In-depth understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile principles.
- Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Technical Expertise
- Proficiency in the .NET framework and C#.
- Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Familiarity with performance testing tools and methodologies.
- Hands-on knowledge of tools like Azure DevOps for managing automated testing processes.
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