Program Test Manager

NLB Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Sr. US IT Recruiter to oversee quality assurance processes in software development. The role requires managing end-to-end testing, conducting defect resolution calls, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Ideal candidates will possess experience in large program management and a solid foundation in testing methodologies. This is a contract position aimed at mid-senior level professionals located in Atlanta, Georgia.

Qualifications

• Experience managing quality for large and complex programs.
• Strong understanding of test plans, execution, and defect management.
• Familiarity with coordinating UAT testing efforts.
• Coordinate and lead end-to-end QA activities including blockers and audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end testing by establishing test plans.
• Manage progress status and coordinate defect fixes.
• Conduct daily defect calls for resolution.
• Help coordinate UAT testing efforts.
• Ensure QA processes and deliverables meet quality standards through regular audits and reviews.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Test planning

Defect management

UAT coordination

Job description

Sr. US IT Recruiter at Next Level Business Services, Inc.

Qualifications

• Sr PM with Quality Focused
• Manage quality for large and complex program
• Deliver Test plan, execution and defect burndown
• Manage release to ensure defect burndown
• Manage all testing blockers

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end testing by establishing test plans, scopes of work, and dependency traceability.
• Manage progress status, elevate and mitigate risks, and coordinate end-to-end defect fixes.
• Conduct daily defect calls to expedite defect resolution.
• Help coordinate UAT testing efforts.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards by conducting regular audits, reviews, and validations of QA processes and deliverables.

The Program Manager defines the objectives and develops suitable strategies for the program. The career progression begins with assignments to formulate, organize, and monitor inter‑connected projects and gradually shift towards assessing program performance in order to maximize ROI, controlling deadlines, budgets, etc., and evaluating project managers and other staff. Plans the delivery of the overall program and its activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization. Develops an annual budget and operating plan to support the program. Ensures that program activities operate within the policies and procedures of the organization. Ensures that program activities comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards. Oversees the collection and maintenance of records on the clients of the program for statistical purposes according to the confidentiality/privacy policy of the organization. Supervises program staff by providing direction, input, and feedback. Coordinates the delivery of services among different program activities to increase efficiency. Monitors and approves all budgeted program expenditures. Develops and implements long‑term goals and objectives to achieve a successful outcome of the program. Develops a program evaluation framework to assess the strengths of the program and to identify areas for improvement. Interviews and selects well‑qualified program staff. Establishes and implements a performance management process for all program staff. Ensures all staff members receive orientation and appropriate training in accordance with organizational standards. Monitors cash flow projections. Manages all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Software Development