Sr. Test Manager

Revel IT; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting company is seeking a Senior Test Manager in Columbus, OH to develop and implement testing strategies, oversee a team of test engineers, and ensure the quality of software products. The role involves close collaboration with development teams and requires strong analytical and communication skills. This position is hybrid, allowing flexibility between on-site and remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in software testing.
• At least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Experience with agile software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with development and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the SDLC.
• Establish and maintain testing frameworks and processes.

Skills

Proficient in testing tools and frameworks

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Experience with JIRA and Confluence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Selenium

JUnit

Postman

Loadrunner

xRay

Microsoft tool set

Job description

Senior Test Manager || Hybrid in Columbus, OH || Must work on our W2

Must be local to Columbus and willing to go on-site 2-3 days/week.

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.

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $55.00/hr

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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
• Financial Services Required Learning Courses: UDAAP and The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act

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.

Main Responsibilities

• 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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology
• IT Services and IT Consulting

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