AVP, Quality Engineering – CenterWell Segment

Humana; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 172,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Humana seeks an Associate VP of Quality Engineering to lead testing strategies and ensure all information systems meet standards and end-user requirements. The role requires deep understanding of interrelations across enterprise segments and involves devising strategic quality plans.

The position supports a remote work setup with occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings, and includes a 40-hour work week with eligibility for a bonus plan based on performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology field required.
• Master’s degree in a technology field preferred.
• Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE) designation noted.
• Extensive experience in information technology and software testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead tests of software to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.
• Create test data for applications and document resolutions.
• Report progress on problem resolution to management and devise quality improvements.
• Develop models of future configurations and advise on strategic quality plans.
• Act as information resource for technical writers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Quality testing

Test data creation

Problem solving

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technology field

Master’s degree in a technology field

Tools

CSTE certification

Job description

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The Associate VP, Quality Engineering carries out procedures to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements. The Associate VP, Quality Engineering requires a in-depth understanding of how organization capabilities interrelate across segments and/or enterprise-wide.

The Associate VP, Quality Engineering performs and leads tests of software to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects. May create test data for applications. Documents and works to resolve all complex problems. Reports progress on problem resolution to management. Devises improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations. Acts as information resource about assigned areas to technical writers. Performs complex work flow analysis and recommends quality improvements. Decisions are typically related to intradepartmental coordination, development and implementation of strategic plans, and business outcomes, and develops and implements strategic plans for the scope of management that are aligned with the Segment or Business strategy.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology field
• Extensive experience in the information technology field
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing a team of associates.
• Expertise in software testing methodologies
• Record of success in leading quality improvement initiatives
• Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE) designation.
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a technology field

Additional Information

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana’s offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$172,200 – $236,900 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 09-27-2026

About us

About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health — delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.

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It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

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