Quality Engineering Test Architect

Nasugroup.com; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nasugroup.com is looking for a QE Test Architect to lead end-to-end testing strategy and governance across projects in the Tampa area. You will collaborate with BAs, sponsors, QA teams, developers, and stakeholders to ensure testing readiness throughout the delivery lifecycle.

The role requires strong E2E testing leadership, experience with JIRA/Zephyr, and active Public Trust clearance. You will drive UAT coordination and test-data readiness in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA/QE architecture and enterprise testing.
• Strong end-to-end testing and UAT experience.
• Experience with JIRA and Zephyr.
• Active Public Trust clearance – Mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end testing strategy, planning, and governance.
• Coordinate UAT and unified testing activities.
• Manage Test Data Management (TDM) and test-bed readiness.
• Manage testing activities using JIRA and Zephyr.
• Prepare Test Exit Reports (TER) and oversee testing closure.
• Coordinate across QA, development, business, and project teams.
• Manage stakeholders and communicate testing status, risks, and dependencies.
• Work effectively within Agile/Scrum environments.

Skills

QA/QE architecture

Test leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Agile/Scrum experience

Education

TOGAF Certification

Karat Assessment eligibility

Tools

JIRA

Zephyr

Job description

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens and currently hold an active Public Trust clearance.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced QE Test Architect to lead end-to-end testing strategy, planning, governance, and execution across multiple projects and releases. The ideal candidate will work closely with Business Analysts, business sponsors, QA/testing teams, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure quality and testing readiness throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead End-to-End (E2E) testing strategy, planning, and governance
• Coordinate UAT and unified testing activities
• Manage Test Data Management (TDM) and test-bed readiness
• Manage testing activities using JIRA and Zephyr
• Prepare Test Exit Reports (TER) and oversee testing closure
• Coordinate across QA, development, business, and project teams
• Manage stakeholders and communicate testing status, risks, and dependencies
• Work effectively within Agile/Scrum environments

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in QA/QE architecture, test leadership, or enterprise testing
• Strong E2E testing and UAT experience
• Experience with JIRA and Zephyr
• Excellent stakeholder and cross-functional team coordination skills
• Active Public Trust clearance – Mandatory
• TOGAF Certification OR ability to pass the Karat Technical Lead Assessment (Java, Python, or Manual track)