Test Lead

Horizontal Talent; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizontal Talent seeks a hands-on Test Lead for an onsite, 12-month engagement in Boston, MA. You will own UAT activities and partner with business and technology teams to ensure testing is thorough, coordinated, and effective.

Responsibilities include leading test activities across the project lifecycle, developing test plans, reviewing requirements for clarity, coordinating with PMs, BAs, and stakeholders, and tracking defects in JIRA.

Qualifications

• Lead testing activities across the project lifecycle with focus on UAT.
• Develop detailed test plans, schedules, and resource needs using templates and processes.
• Review requirements to ensure they are clear, complete, and testable.
• Coordinate testing with project managers, business analysts, and stakeholders.
• Track test execution and defects using JIRA or similar tools.
• Hands‑on test case execution when needed to validate requirements.
• Prepare status updates, defect summaries, and tests progress reports for leadership.
• Support release coordination to minimize impact on project schedule.
• Escalate risks and issues and contribute to corrective action planning.
• Document end‑of‑phase results and support reviews and sign‑offs.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing activities across the project lifecycle, with a primary focus on user acceptance testing
• Develop detailed test plans, schedules, and resource needs using established templates and processes
• Review requirements and provide feedback for clarity and testability
• Coordinate testing efforts with project managers, business analysts, and stakeholders
• Track test execution, defects, and resolution progress using JIRA or similar tools
• Perform hands‑on test case execution when needed to validate requirements
• Prepare status updates, defect summaries, and test progress reports for leadership
• Support release coordination and mitigate release impact on schedule
• Escalate risks and issues and contribute to corrective actions
• Document end‑of‑phase results and support project reviews and sign‑offs

Skills

Test leadership

SDLC knowledge

QA methodologies

JIRA experience

Investment data

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder comms

Self-starter

Problem solving

Collaboration

Tools

JIRA

Job description

We’re looking for a hands‑on Test Lead to support testing efforts for an onsite role in Boston, Massachusetts. This 12‑month opportunity is focused on UAT and offers the chance to partner closely with business and technology teams to help ensure testing is thorough, well‑coordinated, and effective.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing activities across the project lifecycle, with a primary focus on user acceptance testing
• Develop detailed test plans, schedules, and resource needs using established templates and processes
• Review requirements and provide feedback to help ensure they are clear, complete, and testable
• Coordinate testing efforts with project managers, business analysts, and business stakeholders
• Track test execution, defects, and resolution progress using JIRA or similar tools
• Perform hands‑on test case execution when needed to validate requirements and support project success
• Prepare status updates, defect summaries, and test progress reports for project leadership
• Support release coordination and help reduce the impact of releases on the overall project schedule
• Escalate risks and issues as needed and contribute to corrective action planning
• Document end‑of‑phase results and support project review and sign‑off discussions

Skills

• 5+ years of experience leading test professionals or other technology professionals
• Strong understanding of the software development life cycle, QA concepts, methodologies, and tools
• Experience creating test scenarios and test cases from business or technical requirements
• Hands‑on defect tracking and test management experience with JIRA or similar tools
• Background in investment management back‑office data
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with business and technology partners
• Clear communication skills and the ability to build trust and credibility with stakeholders
• Self‑starter mindset with the ability to work well under pressure and manage priorities independently
• Professional, diplomatic approach with a proactive attitude toward solving problems

Preferred Skills

• Experience in financial services, especially asset management
• Background in fund accounting and migrations involving third‑party administrators
• Exposure to data acquisition, data transformation, data quality checks, or data presentation
• Experience supporting project governance and audit‑ready test documentation

Horizontal is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, respected, and supported. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applicants who are excited to contribute in an environment grounded in equity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.