QA Manager

Southwest Talent is an external agency that works with some of the World's fastest-growing employers

We are growing and building exciting technology We have customers in a dozen retailverticals and across three continents.

We believe that retailers should be able to optimize and scale their business using AI without needing to hire a PhD in data science. Our solutions solve complex problems in Merchandise and Assortment

Planning, Inventory Management and Pricing and Promotion Optimization. All our solutions stem from one unified analytics platform.

Do you want to join our family? We are looking for people, who love doing things for the first time and have a passion for building the mostadvanced and accurate predictive engine around, and who love learning new things andsharing their ideas. We have aggressive growth plans and welcome individuals with similar drive and determination.

About the role:

We are searching for a Test Manager to oversee quality assurance testing operations. In this role, you will work with a team of QA professionals to ensure that our software products are suitable for launch. You will utilize test automation, so you should have some experience using automated testing tools and programming languages like Java and SQL. You are responsible for both acceptance testing and QA testing, so you should have a background in both. In addition to experience, you should have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a closely related field.

Responsibilities:

• Build up and lead the Testing Team
• Automate as much of the QA and testing process as possible
• Train new QA staff members in our testing methods and standards
• Defining the scope of testing within the context of each release/delivery
• Deploying and managing resources for testing
• Coordinate development, professional services, and analytical teams on completion of the full testing cycle
• Apply the appropriate test measurements and metrics in the product and the Testing Team
• Plan, deploy and manage the testing effort for any given engagement.
• Oversee all testing operations
• Report any issues back to the development team
• Track and log all test results and issues

Qualifications:

You're a fit for this role if you:

• Have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a closely related field
• Have several years of QA and testing experience
• Have experience with the test automation tool Test Complete from SmartBear for both Performance and Multi-User testing
• Have project management experience
• Have experience documenting test cases and test scripts
• Have experience in an agile software development environment, preferably Software as a service (SaaS), with a strong understanding of the software development life cycle

Soft Skills that would make you an ideal candidate:

• Great communication, facilitation, and documentation skills
• Systematic thinker and problem solver
• Fast learner with an analytical mindset
• Enthusiastic & empathetic
• Accountable, responsible, and able to perform under pressure

Nice to have skills:

• Mathematics background
• Experience with Jira

What's in it for you:

• Work with an innovative team that aims to disrupt retail analytics
• Become a part of a team of creative people who constantly learn from each other
• Flexible working hours
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement

Diversity and Inclusion:

Our client is an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace. Who provides an equitable, open, and positive environment where all individuals are welcome. If you require accommodation throughout any part of the hiring process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Our Client builds cutting-edge AI that solves real problems in retail. Our team is growing, and we're looking for people who love building smart technology, learning, and expanding their minds.

Is this you?

Health Benefits & Healthy lifestyles

Retalon offers benefits to all employees & supports healthy lifestyles.

Flexible Hours & Extended Vacation Days

Enjoy flex days, extended vacations, and flexible hours at Retalon.

Competitive Compensation

We are building a team of the top talent in the retail technology space

Build award-winning technology

Our solutions have won numerous technology & retail innovation awards

Work with top Brands & Retailers

Retalon's customers include some of the top retailers & brands from around the world

Work with a great & talented team.

A comfortable, easy, and fun environment stems from having great people.