QA Test Lead

Pay Range: XXXhr - XXXhr

Job Overview:

The QA Test Lead will lead and manage the QA team in planning, designing, and executing comprehensive testing activities across multiple projects and releases. The successful candidate will define QA strategies, oversee test execution, manage defect triage, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure full alignment with organizational quality standards and business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the QA team in planning, designing, and executing comprehensive testing activities across multiple projects and releases.
• Define and implement QA strategies, test plans, test approaches, and quality standards aligned with business objectives and project requirements.
• Review business, functional, and technical requirements to ensure complete test coverage and identify potential quality risks early in the SDLC.
• Drive end-to-end testing efforts including Functional, System Integration, Regression, and Production Validation testing.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Development Teams, Project Managers, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Establish testing best practices, processes, and quality metrics to improve testing efficiency and product reliability.
• Oversee test case development, test execution, defect management, and test reporting activities performed by QA team members.
• Manage defect triage meetings, prioritize issues, and coordinate with development teams to ensure timely defect resolution.
• Ensure traceability between business requirements, test scenarios, test cases, and defects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project quality risks and provide proactive recommendations for risk mitigation and process improvement.
• Coordinate and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities, ensuring business readiness and successful sign-off.
• Provide accurate test status updates, quality metrics, release readiness assessments, and executive-level reports to stakeholders.
• Validate release deliverables and oversee production deployment verification activities.
• Lead root cause analysis discussions for critical production issues and implement preventive quality measures.
• Mentor, coach, and develop QA team members by conducting knowledge-sharing sessions, reviews, and performance feedback.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives including process optimization, quality governance, and test automation adoption strategies.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and software quality assurance policies.
• Manage resource allocation, sprint testing commitments, and QA deliverables within Agile/Scrum environments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all testing-related activities across projects and releases.

Benefits:

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Systems

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.