Director of Software Quality Assurance

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in Rochester, MI that is seeking a Director of Software Quality Assurance,. Responsibilities:

• Create and strategize quality assurance strategies and best practices (test plans, test cases, enhanced documentation, increased test result visibility, manual/automation balance, etc.)
• The Director of Software Quality Assurance will drive the implementation of test automation frameworks and tools to increase test coverage and efficiency
• Define key quality metrics and reporting mechanisms to track progress and identify areas for improvement
• Lead and mentor a team of quality engineers, ensuring that they have the resources and support needed to excel in their roles
• The Director of Software Quality Assurance will work closely with cross functional teams, including development, product management and operations to ensure alignment on quality goals and priorities
• Customer focus on communicating best practices, gather insight and collaboration and ensure that the feedback is brought back to the team for knowledge and growth
• Identify areas for process improvement and optimization within the software development lifecycle, driving efficiency and quality throughout
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or IT-related field or certification/s (ie. ISTQB, ASQ)
• 15+ years of experience in software quality engineering with at least 8 years in a leadership role
• Experience establishing and leading quality assurance groups/departments/teams, while implementing effective quality assurance strategies and best practices
• Proven experience with Agile/Scrum Development Methodologies
• Enterprise software experience, Cloud or SaaS providers, or web application providers is key
• Experience with software testing in a manual and automation QA environment
• Recent Microsoft technology focus
• Experience using tools such as Azure DevOps, SQL Server, Quality Center, Load Runner, Selenium or similar tools
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.