Software Tester/QA Analyst

ob Title: Test / QA Lead (801840)

Location: Richmond VA 23225

Note: This is an Onsite position and Onsite Interview

Job Description:

The Test / QA Lead is responsible for defining, managing, and executing the quality assurance strategy to ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software solutions. This role leads testing efforts across the software development lifecycle, coordinates QA resources, establishes testing standards, and works closely with development, product, and business stakeholders to mitigate risk and ensure system readiness. Familiarity with establishing a new software testing program which includes standards, templates, procedures, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Define and own the overall QA and testing strategy across projects and releases

Lead test planning, execution, and reporting for functional, integration, system, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT)

Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, test scripts, and traceability matrices

Coordinate QA activities across internal teams and third-party vendors

Ensure alignment between requirements, test coverage, and acceptance criteria

Manage defect tracking, prioritization, and resolution

Establish QA standards, best practices, and test governance processes

Oversee test environments, test data preparation, and release readiness assessments

Provide risk-based testing recommendations and go/no-go input for releases

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in software testing and quality assurance

3+ years of experience in a QA Lead, or Test Lead

Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile, and/or Waterfall methodologies

Hands-on experience with test management and defect tracking tools

Experience in automated testing frameworks and tools

Experience leading UAT and working with business stakeholders

Experience in clinical healthcare environments

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Clear, concise written and verbal communication

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Detail-oriented with a strong quality mindset

Working Conditions

Occasional extended hours during critical testing cycles or releases

Participation in release planning and go-live activities.