We are seeking an experienced QA Manager to join our team at JOBJACK. As the QA Manager, you will be providing technical leadership and guidance within the quality assurance team and organization and ensure the successful delivery of software testing projects by leveraging QA expertise and leadership skills. You will play a crucial role in establishing and maintaining quality assurance processes, defining testing strategies, and implementing best practices to deliver high-quality software.The RoleThis is a summary of the QA Manager role and the key responsibilities:2. Test Execution and Maintenance 3. Quality Assurance Processes4. Collaboration and Communication5. Team Leadership and Development Test Strategy and Planning Develop a comprehensive test strategy to meet product quality goals, incorporating considerations for functionality, security, performance, and scalabilityCommunicate and promote best practices in quality assurance throughout the testing and product development lifecyclePlan testing activities, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure effective test coverageDefine test objectives, scope, and requirements for each testing phaseIdentify potential risks and mitigation strategies for successful test executionExecute, review, and maintain test cases, ensuring thorough testing coverage for all aspects of the productCreate test scenarios that adhere to established patterns, promoting clarity and ease of understanding for the QA teamContribute to the overall quality of the testing process by addressing edge cases, errors, and anomaliesCritically review testing tasks, ensuring appropriate sizing and prioritization for continuous integration and incremental deliveryImplement necessary technical controls to enhance the quality of the testing processDefine and enforce quality assurance processes and standardsConduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with QA standardsImplement new tools, techniques, and methodologies to enhance testing efficiency and effectivenessEncourage experimentation and learning within the QA team to drive continuous improvementMonitor industry trends and best practices to stay updated on emerging QA technologiesTake charge of relevant QA sprint-related ceremonies: Sprint RetrospectiveSprint planningBacklog refinementCommunicate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and prioritiesCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, product management, and operationsParticipate in project planning, status meetings, and release planning sessionsAddress stakeholder concerns and prioritise testing activities based on project needsLead and manage the QA team effectivelyCraft and host the onboarding experience for new QA team membersProvide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to team membersFoster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the QA teamFacilitate knowledge sharing and skill development among team membersConduct probation and performance evaluations as well as regular feedback to team membersRequirements5+ years of experience in software quality assurancePrior experience in a leadership or management role in QAStrong understanding of quality assurance processes, methodologies, test case design, and defect trackingExperience with test planning, test case creation, and executionProficient in using testing tools and frameworksStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and leadership abilitiesDetail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality resultsExperience with Agile development methodologiesAbility to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teamsCertifications in quality assurance or related fields are a plusBenefits Hybrid model - with our Tyger Valley-based office, which includes remote days and weeks Flexible hours - your day starts anytime between 6 am and 9 am Leave - we offer a generous leave package of 20 days in your first year and 25 days from year 2 No dress code Culture - it's our top priority Upskilling - access to Audible and Udemy courses, on dedicated company time Autonomy to work towards objectives and not tasksReport directly to the company CTO, no red tape.#J-18808-Ljbffr