Software QA Lead – Child Support Systems
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: All Other
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The Software QA Lead – Child Support Systems plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of technology solutions within the child support domain. This full-time position focuses on leading comprehensive testing efforts for child support modernization projects, specifically within government and enterprise environments. As a Software QA Lead – Child Support Systems, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end testing processes, from the initial planning phases through execution and user acceptance, ensuring software solutions meet rigorous standards and compliance requirements.
Working as a Software QA Lead – Child Support Systems, you will collaborate closely with business analysts, developers, product owners, and stakeholders to drive quality across all stages of the software development lifecycle. By developing and executing test strategies and plans, you will help ensure that deliverables align with business objectives, regulatory guidelines, and overall project requirements. Your expertise in both manual and automated testing, particularly within child support systems, will be pivotal in achieving project success.
As part of your responsibilities, you will author, review, and execute test cases, ensuring coverage of functional, non-functional, and integration aspects. You will also play a key role in coordinating User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by supporting client-facing sessions, resolving issues, and gathering feedback. The position requires strong leadership skills, as you will mentor junior testers, oversee testing teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in testing practices.
Applicants for the Software QA Lead – Child Support Systems position should possess significant experience within the child support technology sector and demonstrate proficiency in managing large-scale government or enterprise application testing. The ideal candidate will be skilled in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies and have hands-on experience with Selenium automation and Java-based scripting. Familiarity with test planning, estimation, delivery management, defect management, performance testing, and web services testing is essential.
Joining this team offers the chance to work within a dynamic and supportive environment that values industry expertise and innovation. The organization provides a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Their longstanding reputation in the market is reflected in their commitment to employee development and client satisfaction.
Located in Santa Fe, NM, this role provides the added benefit of working in a vibrant community known for its rich culture and professional opportunities. If you are passionate about software quality assurance and eager to contribute to impactful projects in the child support sector, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career as a Software QA Lead – Child Support Systems. Take the next step in your professional journey by applying today through the job application button.
Software QA Lead – Child Support Systems Summary- Lead and coordinate software testing activities for child support systems modernization initiatives.
- Ensure delivery of high-quality, reliable software solutions within government and enterprise environments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align testing efforts with project objectives and compliance requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies and practices.
- Develop and execute robust test strategies, plans, estimates, and schedules tailored to project needs.
- Review requirements and design documentation for testability and coverage assurance.
- Author, review, and execute manual and automated test cases and scenarios.
- Coordinate and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including client-facing sessions and feedback integration.
- Mentor and lead testing teams, ensuring high performance and adherence to best practices.
- Oversee test planning, design, execution, estimation, delivery management, defect management, and performance testing.
- Utilize tools such as Selenium and Java-based scripting for automation and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with software quality standards and regulatory guidelines.
- Competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program available.
- Access to an experienced Engagement Manager committed to employee success.
- Recognition in the industry with multiple client and talent awards.
- Strong experience in the child support technology domain.
- Extensive background in leading software testing within large-scale government or enterprise projects.
- Deep understanding of software testing methodologies across Agile and Waterfall models.
- Demonstrated expertise in test planning, strategy, design, execution, and estimation.
- Hands-on experience with Selenium automation and Java-based scripting.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop testing teams.
- Expertise in UAT coordination, performance testing, web services testing, and defect management.
- Proactive leader with a passion for software quality and process improvement.
- Excellent communicator and collaborator, able to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proficient in both manual and automated testing approaches.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Adaptable to changing project requirements and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative child support system projects within a reputable organization.
- Company is recognized for its long-standing commitment to employee growth and industry excellence.
- Applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button to take the next step in their careers.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement.