Manager, Software Testing

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated•Secaucus, NJ

37d•$135 - $145•Hybrid

About The Position

Manages a team of test engineers responsible for functional, system, integration, regression, and end to end testing. Works with the testing team to assist with test estimation, resource allocation, preparation of test plans/strategies, assessing risk of testing effort and the testing of software to company guidelines and standards. Responsible for maintaining Product Quality metrics, reporting these metrics to management and working on process improvements to improve overall Product quality. The position is based in Secaucus, NJ. Please note the work arrangement is hybrid (3 days in office & 2 days WFH). Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Requirements

6 - 8 years of IT software test experience and/or systems QA experience
3+ years of project management experience, developing and setting up automatic functional tests and stress tests
Strong leadership skills, strong MS Office skills, MS project Skills, Visio, Strong written and oral communication skills
Software Testing theories and practices, tools development experiences for testing and QA
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.

Nice To Haves

Development and code implementation

Responsibilities

Be able to manage a team of test engineers responsible for the development and implementation of test plans, design and writing of test cases, and execution software testing
Ensure the completeness, effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and consistency of all testing.
Develop strategies for testing new applications and production systems. Coordinate this activity with appropriate units
Utilize testing knowledge and experience to assess and advise on the practicalit of testing process alternatives
Identify improvements to the process and assists in the implementation
Ensures that any risks associated with the agreed test strategy and the system test plan are clearly documented and described to the stakeholders
Manages all risk associated with the testing and takes preventative and mitigation actions when any risks become unacceptable
Develop and manage testing schedules, report progress to all stakeholders
Conduct analysis of completed testing and recommend disposition of software applications and information systems
Evaluate, recommend and implement software tools to improve the testing process
Stay up to date with emerging technologies
Manage and maintain metric program of the department to measure, analyze, and improve the test engineering process and methodology
Provide internal/external training to team
Work with HR hiring manager for hiring resources
Work with 3rd party vendors for hiring contractors for augmenting resources
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
and so much more!