QA Manager

Pay Range: $140,000-$169,000 Annual, depending on qualifications.
At TaxAudit we exist because, we help people! We are the leader of income tax audit representation and have enjoyed helping people for over 30 years.
We offer extraordinary benefits, and our company is committed to a culture where we care for people, have a positive attitude, and are dedicated to the team.
If you share these characteristics and values and want to make a difference, we have a new opportunity for you.
TaxAudit is a strong, forward-thinking, national company that is #1 in our space with a 30+ year history of continued growth; our IT department is built with exceptional employees into a lean team who use their talents to push the company forward.
We are looking for a talented and creative QA Manager to join a motivated team working in a fast-paced, agile shop.
We employ excellent people who want to make a difference and work hard in a mixed casual, t-shirts and jeans onsite/remote environment where collaboration is encouraged and long, drawn-out meetings are frowned upon.
Come work with a gifted group of individuals as we create and maintain the systems critical to the success of our employee-owned company.
QA Manager We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated QA Manager to join our dynamic team.
As the QA Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our software products through effective leadership and hands-on experience in QA automation.
The ideal candidate will be a team player, passionate about quality assurance, and possess a strong desire for continual improvement.
This position reports to the Software Engineering Manager and is primarily remote.
However, occasional in-office work will be required at our Ventura County, CA office.
Objectives: • Lead a high-performing QA team in ensuring the quality and reliability of software products in a collaborative and Agile environment.
• Define QA strategies and drive continuous improvement.
• Be an engaged, effective, and enthusiastic leader who enhances the productivity of the rest of the team.
• Continually upgrade knowledge and skills to keep up with the pace of technology.
Key Results: • The delivery of high-quality software products achieved by maintaining defined quality metrics.
• Testing efficiency through the successful implementation of test automation and streamlined QA processes.
• Effective collaboration and communication with remote team members and cross-functional teams.
• Continuous improvement initiatives that impact project outcomes and QA efficiency.
• Team Development: • Team members' skills and capabilities are increased through training and development opportunities.
• You look forward to coming to work each day! Essential Duties: 1.
Team Leadership: • Lead and manage the QA team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
2.
Strategic QA Planning: • Develop and implement QA strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to align QA goals with overall business objectives.
3.
Agile Methodology: • Actively participate in Agile development process, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
4.
Remote Collaboration: • Effectively communicate and collaborate with remote team members using video conferencing, chat, and project management tools.
5.
Test Planning: • Develop comprehensive test plans based on project requirements and specifications.
• Ensure test plans cover all aspects of the software, including functional, performance, security, and usability testing.
6.
Test Execution Oversight: • Oversee the execution of test cases and test scripts.
• Monitor and analyze test results, identifying and prioritizing issues.
7.
Automation Strategy: • Develop and implement an effective test automation strategy to improve testing efficiency.
• Identify areas where automation can be applied and lead the automation effort.
8.
Tool Selection and Management: • Evaluate, select, and manage testing tools and frameworks.
• Ensure that testing tools align with the organization's needs and goals.
9.
Quality Metrics and Reporting: • Define and track key quality metrics.
• Prepare and present quality reports to stakeholders.
• Use metrics to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions.
10.
Continuous Improvement: • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the QA team.
• Implement best practices and lessons learned from previous projects.
11.
Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams: • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Act as a bridge between operations, development, and QA, promoting effective communication.
12.
Compliance and Standards: • Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.
• Stay informed about changes in technology, testing methodologies, and industry trends.
13.
Training and Development: • Provide training and development opportunities for QA team members.
• Keep the team updated on the latest testing techniques and methodologies.
Qualifications: • Be a team player.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a QA Manager or in a similar leadership role.
• Strong background in QA automation, with practical experience in developing and maintaining automated test scripts.
• Proven experience in transitioning from a principally manual testing environment to a primarily automated, DevOps focused testing environment • Proficient with industry-standard QA tools and frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Enthusiastic about quality assurance, with a passion for delivering high-quality software products.
• Demonstrated commitment to continual improvement and staying updated on QA best practices.
Physical Requirements: • Vision: Requirements of this job include close vision.
• Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.
• Dexterity and ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices and objects for significant portions of the workday.
If you are a dedicated and experienced QA professional with a passion for automation and continual improvement, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Join us in ensuring the delivery of top-notch software products that exceed customer expectations.