Senior Test Manager

Our client is a multinational company focused on the design, manufacturing, and marketing of premium automobiles and motorcycles, recognized as a leading brand in the global automotive industry.

VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting and staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies.

About the role

This is a 1-year contract with the possibility of extension, located in Columbus, OH (hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote). Pay rate: $54.42 - $70.69/hr on W2.

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 and manage multiple projects.
• Experience with JIRA and Confluence.
• Experience with Microsoft Tool set.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the implementation of comprehensive testing strategies and plans to ensure the quality and reliability of software products.
• Manage a team of skilled test engineers, coordinating their efforts to efficiently execute test cases and analyze results.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.