Sr. Test Manager

NO THIRD PARTIES.

The
Senior Test Manager
in this contract opening in Columbus, Ohio will develop and oversee the implementation of comprehensive testing strategies and plans to ensure the quality and reliability of software products. The role manages a team of skilled test engineers, coordinating their efforts to efficiently execute test cases and analyze results.

Candidate must have the flexibility to come to the office as needed – 3 days on-site / 2 days work from home.
Location of candidate should not be more than 2 hours from Columbus office.

Candidate will be focused on driving the Client business team in the testing of the Data Migration and Exploratory/Functional Testing of the new Contract Management system.

Experience with...

Delivering integrations from new systems to legacy systems. Enhancing legacy systems to integrate with new contract management system. Significant functional and technical testing of the new system, the legacy systems, and the integrations.

Candidate should have both test management/execution experience and project management experience. Must be a good lead collaborator who can build and maintain relationships with members of the delivery teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in software testing, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing effective testing strategies, including experience with various testing methodologies (e.g., unit testing, integration testing, system testing, performance testing).
• Proficient in the use of testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, Postman, Loadrunner, xRay).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in managing and mentoring a team of test engineers, including performance management and professional development.
• Knowledge of agile software development methodologies and their impact on testing processes.
• Familiarity with software development life cycle models and project management practices.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects
• Experience with JIRA and Confluence
• Experience with Microsoft tool set.
• Strong organizational skills
• Candidate should have both test management / execution experience and project management experience.
• Must be a good lead collaborator who can build and maintain relationships with members of the delivery team.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with development, product management, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and define appropriate testing approaches.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the software development lifecycle, proactively addressing potential issues before they impact the project.
• Establish and maintain testing frameworks, tools, and processes to optimize the testing workflow and ensure consistency across projects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the testing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Analyze test results, generate comprehensive reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders, including recommendations for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and testing methodologies, and incorporate them into the testing strategy as appropriate.
• Manage the testing budget and resources, ensuring efficient utilization and alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of testing activities into the overall software development process.
• Manage multiple testing streams in an Agile environment.
• Manage a distributed team of test analysts and test executors.
• Coordinate testing efforts with projects leveraging the same testing resources.
• Design and templatize test and execution standards for analysts and test executors.
• Create and communicate a testing strategy and plan.
• Create and align test schedule with business, development, and testing resources.
• Design, execute, and communicate reporting on test status and testing projections on daily, weekly, and sprint cadences.
• Advocate for, and support, the testing efforts in team, management, and executive forums.

Additional Required Skill Set (Technical + Soft Skills):

• Proven track record in planning, executing, and managing complex testing and defect management initiatives
• Hands-on experience in delivery and test management tools such as JIRA, X-ray, and Confluence
• Solid understanding of project management principles, including issue, risk, and dependency management, to facilitate seamless integration of testing efforts across teams
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between internal and external testing efforts
• Exceptional ability to structure, illustrate, and communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, ensuring understanding and actionable insights
• Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving skills to navigate challenges and uncertainties in a fast-paced environment
• Strong prioritization and time management skills to balance multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies and practices, with the ability to adapt and implement Agile principles in testing and delivery processes

Nice To Have Skill Set (Technical + Soft Skills):

• Experience as a Project Manager or Scrum Master or in managing Scrum teams
• Experience with stress, load, and performance testing, including related execution and monitoring toolsets
• Advanced skills in JIRA and Confluence, including the ability to create and manage dashboards, workflows, and documentation
• Hands-on experience in test automation development; Familiarity with automation frameworks and tools