QA Lead at HERS Advisors Seattle, WA

Overview QA Lead job at HERS Advisors. Seattle, WA. Location: Seattle (Hybrid to start with and onsite contracting/Full time) Responsibilities Lead and mentor a global QA team, fostering collaboration across different cultures and time zones Define and implement test strategies, plans, and automation frameworks aligned with Azure DevOps (ADO) workflows Collaborate with development and product teams to ensure test coverage and quality standards Manage test execution, defect tracking, and reporting using Azure DevOps Select, implement, and maintain automation tools (e.g., Selenium) Drive continuous improvement in QA processes, including shift-left testing and CI/CD integration Responsible for PM activities including planning, coordinating, facilitating and leading projects as well as review meetings with business Provide updated QA schedules/milestones Ensure timely delivery of high-quality releases through rigorous testing and validation Provide technical guidance and hands-on support for automation script development Monitor and report on QA metrics, risks, and progress to stakeholders Lead demos and gather feedback Required Skills & Experience 10+ years of QA experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role Strong understanding of Azure DevOps and its integration into development lifecycles Hands-on experience with automation testing tools (e.g., Selenium) Experience working in multi-cultural, distributed teams Solid grasp of test planning, execution, and defect management Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or related field Qualifications Extensive QA hands-on experience in various software testing areas, including functional, integration, and automation testing Knowledge of cloud-based testing environments (e.g., Azure) Proficiency with automation tools (e.g., Selenium) and frameworks, along with the ability to develop test plans and cases Exposure to containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) A strong understanding of different testing methodologies and Agile/Scrum development practices Familiarity with project management tools like ADO and an understanding of software development and database issues #J-18808-Ljbffr Carlsbad Tech