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Sr. Quality Assurance Manager

As the Senior Quality Assurance Manager, you drive the implementation of testing strategies, manage a team of QA professionals, and collaborate with development and operations teams to build a culture of quality throughout the software development lifecycle. Your work ensures our products meet the highest standards of performance, security, and reliability.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Leads the development and execution of comprehensive quality assurance strategies and test plans.
Manages and mentors a team of Quality Assurance Engineers, fostering their professional growth.
Oversees all aspects of testing, including functional, integration, system, user acceptance, performance, load, security, and compliance testing.
Champions the integration of QA practices into the CI/CD pipeline.
Drives the adoption of Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
Ensures compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, including Authority to Operate (ATO).
Leads quality engineering and quality control initiatives to improve product quality.
Defines and tracks key quality metrics, analyzes results, and provides regular reporting to stakeholders.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement preventative measures.
Ensures compliance and mission assurance through rigorous testing and documentation.
Provides team and stakeholder leadership to align quality assurance efforts with business objectives.
Makes critical decisions regarding testing scope, resource allocation, and risk mitigation.
Handles hiring, training, and work direction for the QA team.

Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
Proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks.
Knowledge of security and compliance standards.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead and motivate a team.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years in Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering for federal IT programs
- 5+ years leading QA teams in Agile environments
Scrum Master certification (CSM, or SAFe)
Proven experience with functional, integration, system, user acceptance, performance, load, security, and compliance testing.
Experience implementing and managing QA automation frameworks.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Agile/DevSecOps methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in a related field.
Experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, CQA).

Why Join Sierra7?

Sierra7 is a Small Disabled Veteran Owned Business. We were founded in 2009 with the mission of “serving those who serve". We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and CMMI-SVC Level 3-appraised member of the government technology and services industry. We are a proud recipient of the 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the US Department of Labor, which recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain Veterans.

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision
FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
HSA (Health Savings Account)
Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
Additional Supplemental Medical Benefits
- Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Accident

401K
Legal Assistance
Financial Wellness
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Federal Holidays
Education Reimbursement
LinkedIn Learning
Employee Referral Program

This posting is for prospective candidates only. Unsolicited third-party resume submissions will be considered property of Sierra7, Inc. and will not be acknowledged or returned.

We will never send communications through any other domain, including @sierra7careers.com, @gmail.com or @yahoo.com. ALL communications will come from a @sierra7.com domain. We will never request payment from you, nor will we send payment to you, prior to your start date. If you have been asked to send or receive any payment, or if you have any doubt about whether you have been contacted by a Sierra7 employee, please contact us at Talent.Acquisition@sierra7.com

Disclaimer:

As required by local law, Sierra7 provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Sierra7 varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set and level of experience.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia is: $97,000 - $125,000 USD

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Sierra7 will not provide sponsorship for employment-based immigration benefits for this position. To be considered for this position all candidates must be a US Citizen. This position is not a C2C opportunity.

Sierra7 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans Disabled

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