CliftonLarsonAllen
Manager of Software Quality Assurance
CliftonLarsonAllen, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where
our purpose is to
create opportunities
every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a
culture
that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.Our Perks:Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)Up to 12 weeks paid parental leavePaid Volunteer Time OffMental health coverageQuarterly Wellness stipendFertility benefitsComplete list of benefits hereCLA is currently seeking a
Manager of Software Quality:
This role is to develop, establish, and enforce quality, release, process and architecture standards for the information technology services within the organization. They oversee the Quality, Release and Application Architecture functions. They will direct research and development in support of business cases, proposed projects, and system requirements over the course of the software development lifecycle. They will apply proven analytical and problem-solving skills to help validate IT processes and ensure careful testing in order to maximize the benefit of business investments in IT initiatives.How you'll
create opportunities
in this Manager of Software Quality role:Provide leadership and guidance
to the quality engineering team, overseeing test planning, execution, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.Manage a team
of onshore and offshore QA leads, automation engineers, and manual testers.Drive automation efforts
for API, Web, and mobile testing, integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring efficient and reliable testing processes throughout the Agile SDLC.Own the planning, execution, and reporting
of all testing activities for the digital enablement value stream.Track key quality metrics
to determine release readiness, quality test coverage, and defect rates and provide regular reports and insights to stakeholders.Identify areas for process improvement , automation opportunities, and efficiency gains in quality practices, and drive initiatives to enhance overall testing effectiveness and efficiency.Collaborate
with Development, DevOps, Product Management, and senior leadership to prioritize testing efforts and align quality goals.Champion learning, growth, engagement
and continuous improvement for yourself and others in the organization.What you will need:Seven years of relevant experience requiredProven experience in leading and managing quality engineering teams, including recruitment, training, performance management, and career development.Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor teams towards achieving business and organizational goals and driving continuous improvement.In-depth knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools.Skilled in at least one programming language, such as JavaScript, Python, or C#.Knowledge of DevOps best practices and experience with tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, etc.Bachelor's degree is required. (Combination of experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.)Equal Opportunity Employer /AA Employer/Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.Wellness at CLATo support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
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our purpose is to
create opportunities
every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a
culture
that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.Our Perks:Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)Up to 12 weeks paid parental leavePaid Volunteer Time OffMental health coverageQuarterly Wellness stipendFertility benefitsComplete list of benefits hereCLA is currently seeking a
Manager of Software Quality:
This role is to develop, establish, and enforce quality, release, process and architecture standards for the information technology services within the organization. They oversee the Quality, Release and Application Architecture functions. They will direct research and development in support of business cases, proposed projects, and system requirements over the course of the software development lifecycle. They will apply proven analytical and problem-solving skills to help validate IT processes and ensure careful testing in order to maximize the benefit of business investments in IT initiatives.How you'll
create opportunities
in this Manager of Software Quality role:Provide leadership and guidance
to the quality engineering team, overseeing test planning, execution, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.Manage a team
of onshore and offshore QA leads, automation engineers, and manual testers.Drive automation efforts
for API, Web, and mobile testing, integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring efficient and reliable testing processes throughout the Agile SDLC.Own the planning, execution, and reporting
of all testing activities for the digital enablement value stream.Track key quality metrics
to determine release readiness, quality test coverage, and defect rates and provide regular reports and insights to stakeholders.Identify areas for process improvement , automation opportunities, and efficiency gains in quality practices, and drive initiatives to enhance overall testing effectiveness and efficiency.Collaborate
with Development, DevOps, Product Management, and senior leadership to prioritize testing efforts and align quality goals.Champion learning, growth, engagement
and continuous improvement for yourself and others in the organization.What you will need:Seven years of relevant experience requiredProven experience in leading and managing quality engineering teams, including recruitment, training, performance management, and career development.Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor teams towards achieving business and organizational goals and driving continuous improvement.In-depth knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools.Skilled in at least one programming language, such as JavaScript, Python, or C#.Knowledge of DevOps best practices and experience with tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, etc.Bachelor's degree is required. (Combination of experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.)Equal Opportunity Employer /AA Employer/Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.Wellness at CLATo support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
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