Software Quality Assurance Lead

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Job Description:

At Regions, the Software Quality Assurance (QA) Lead supports the application development organization by providing support for preparation of the test strategy, testing approach and resource needs. The Software QA Lead supports functional and non-functional testing coordination and tracking including for the project or application under test. This role may serve as a lead for various team sizes and various applications throughout Regions, contributing to technical skill and knowledge development. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Leads Regions' projects from a QA standpoint working closely with the project manager, Application Development team(s), Business Units, Compliance, Risk and Audit
• Coordinates testing activities, along with resource and funding requirements
• Designs the test strategy and test planning for the project or application
• Coordinates test planning, creation, and execution
• Provides test management guidance
• Selects test management tools and coordinates tool onboarding, training, and optimal utilization
• Partners with Test Automation teams and provides updates about the project
• Defines and tracks quality assurance metrics for the project
• Creates and publishes quality assurance reports for the project
• Captures project quality assurance health scores
• Defines and manages defect workflow
• Influences teams to implement quality assurance best practices
• Adheres to software testing standards
• Assists in onboarding quality assurance talent for projects (onsite/offshore)
• Reviews and manages vendor contracts and provides input
• Assists in the onboarding of external resources
• Prepares a transition plan for automation efforts for on-going support
• Assists in preparing a roadmap for projects after closure
• Remains abreast of testing trends
• Serves as a subject matter expert
• Offers advice and guidance to junior quality assurance team members, assisting in developing business/technical knowledge
• Ensures compliance with risk management programs, rules and regulations, and cybersecurity practices; identifies opportunities for and supports process improvements; applies disciplined change management practices

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and eight (8) years of quality or related experience
• Or High School Diploma or GED and twelve (12) years of quality or related experience

Preferences

• Project management experience
• Familiarity with Regions’ testing standards
• Working knowledge of software implementation methodologies
• Working knowledge of test automation
• Working knowledge of test case design and strategy
• Working knowledge of test management tools such as Azure DevOps, qTest, Jira, or Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)
• Working knowledge of Tosca and Selenium

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to collaborate with other team members and teams
• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance
• Ability to research, analyze data, and derive data-driven solutions
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Knowledge of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD)
• Proficiency in Software Testing concepts
• Strong priority management skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation

This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week.  The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations.  Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. The locations available for this role are Birmingham, AL, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC.

Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Position Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

Job Range Target:

Minimum:

$95,454.15 USD

Median:

$125,200.00 USD

Incentive Pay Plans:

This job is not incentive eligible.

Benefits Information

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time

• 401K with Company Match

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Disability Benefits

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life Insurance

• Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

• Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.

https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits

Location Details

Riverchase Operations Center

Location:

Hoover, Alabama

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.