Software Test Lead

Advanced Software Talent; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software solutions provider seeks a Software Testing Leader in Tucson, Arizona. The ideal candidate will bring over 8 years of software testing experience, particularly in hardware-integrated systems, with a focus on FDA or FAA regulated environments. As a key team leader, you will manage the backlog, prioritize tasks, and drive project acceptance, ensuring quality deliverables while also facilitating collaboration across teams. Excellent communication skills are essential for presenting complex data to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software testing for hardware-integrated systems.
• Experience in a FDA or FAA regulated environment or Medical device industry.
• Background in a lead or project management role in software testing is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the team leader translating customer needs into technological solutions.
• Manage and prioritize the team's backlog and coordinate cross-team dependencies.
• Formally accept and approve all team features and user stories.

Skills

Strategic thought leadership

Communication skills

Agile methodologies

Job description

Overview

Direct W2 contractors only! No 3rd party agencies!

We are not able to sponsor any Visa's

Responsibilities

• Define Strategy & Vision: Serve as the team leader by translating customer needs into technological solutions and contributing to strategic direction through technical knowledge and creative application.
• Own Backlog & Prioritization: Manage, build, and prioritize the team's backlog; detail user stories; and coordinate cross-team dependencies in preparation for Program Increment (PI) and iteration planning.
• Drive Acceptance & Delivery: Formally accept and approve all team features and user stories, leveraging acceptance criteria and a defined "definition of done" to ensure quality deliverables.
• Lead Team Processes: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, advocate for built-in quality and customer-centric design, and participate in continuous improvement activities like Inspect and Adapt events.
• Represent & Communicate: Present project results both internally and externally, and present complex technical data to diverse stakeholder groups.

Skills & Qualifications

• The ideal candidate must function as a strategic thought leader, and not as a tactical tester.
• Requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in software testing for hardware-integrated systems. Agile background. Background in a lead or project management role in software testing would be helpful. Communication skills.
• Experience in a FDA or FAA regulated environment or Medical device industry