QA Lead

Company: SpringPoint Technologies
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

QA LEAD- Contract-to-Hire!! MUST BE 180 MILES OF TULSA! SUMMARY STATEMENT:General purpose for this job (what is done and why).The Quality Assurance (QA) Lead develops and oversees the Quality Test strategy and methodology for the IT organization to ensure quality software applications deliver on the business need. This role works in a framework with five key areas that help support our strong IT organization: (1) Strategy, (2) Project Execution, (3) Non-Stop Operations/Fiscal Discipline, (4) Process Improvement/Governance and (5) Talent. In addition to the above framework we place a high value on technology investment with it being one of the top goals for BOK Financial.Our Quality Assurance Team currently has a terrific opportunity for someone who---

• Enjoys collaborating and building relationships with IT and business partners in order to organize and lead a team of resources to deliver quality projects
• Enjoys working in a supportive team environment with other bright people who enjoy what they do
• Has passion, confidence, and gets energized leading the testing effort on an agile teamPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMajority of duties performed, but not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned as necessary. Non-essential functions identified with an asterisk '*'Here's what you'll be doing---Your primary responsibility will be successful delivery of a multi-year agile projects with significant impact to the enterprise.
  • Determine project quality test approach, manages project quality test activity; determines work priorities; and defines project quality test objectives.
  • Work closely with the Product Owner, business technologists, and others to understand business goals and information needs.
  • Participate in Scrum ceremonies to understand user stories and ensure a high quality user experience.
  • Develop test plans based on user stories and acceptance criteria, write test cases/scripts, develops test case automation, performs test execution and reports defects and issues.
  • Lead the overall quality test effort including offshore using creative approaches to problem solving and quality deliverables.
  • Use analytics tools such as Glassbox to determine error rates, device/browser usage and troubleshooting.
  • Create, edit and publish content for different format, multimedia, channels and platforms for testing.
  • Perform quality audits across the various IT functions to ensure quality standards, procedures and methodologies are being followed.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives to ensure processes include best practices.
  • Track and report on key quality assurance metrics to identify gaps and improve processes.
  • Partner with our Scrum development team to ensure code releases provide maximum business value and minimize operational interruptions, while protecting the targeted release cadence.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:Minimum education, experience, technical, and communication skill levels, and licenses/certificates normally required performing the duties of this position.We're looking for someone like this---
    • Extensive knowledge of the software development process, including development tools and technologies, release and version control, contemporary testing methodologies, and deployment management
    • In-depth knowledge of quality assurance testing of web technologies in an agile delivery environment
    • In-depth knowledge of test plan development, test case development and execution
    • Experience working with cross-functionality delivery teams that include UX, business analysts, developers, content managers and supporting roles such as Information Security
    • Thorough knowledge of utilizing business applications for competitive advantage
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of business needs
    • Thorough knowledge of analysis, design, and implementation experience with technologies
    • Experience with CMS tool such as Sitecore required
    • Technical proficiency in hardware and systems software
    • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong customer focus and ability to manage client expectations
    • Ability to develop and deliver project using leading-edge technology
    • Ability to present and explain technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding
    • Experience with Jira and ALM Quality Center
    • Experience with Scrum or other similar agile methodology
    • Experience with services API testing tools such as Postman or ReadyAPI
    • Experience with test automation such as TestComplete or Selenium
    • Proficiency in programming language such as JavaScript preferred
    • Knowledge of source code repository tools such as BitBucket or GitHub
    • Knowledge of Azure DevOps preferred
    • Knowledge of Linux and Microsoft Windows Servers preferredThis level of knowledge is normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline with an information technology focus; at least 7 years of experience in IT Quality Assurance which includes at least 5 years experience in information technology or 10 years related business experience. Prior experience within financial services and CSTP (Certified Software Test Professional) is preferred but not required.Is this you?PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical effort generally associated with this position.Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboard and mobile device at a high skill level. Work may require occasional pushing, pulling, or carrying 20-pound objects such as files, documents, and computer printouts. Work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve standing and walking for brief periods of time. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS/CONTACTSPositions, other than supervisor and immediate co-workers, with which incumbent have frequent contact and the reason for contact.Internal - regular contact with co-workers, supervisors, and management within the Operations & Technology Division; may also require contact with key employees in other areas of the bank.External - may require contact with outside vendors and suppliers for informational purposes. Supervision of others - oversight of work by offshore tester

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