IT QA Manager - Manufacturing | Remote
Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
Remote IT Quality Assurance Manager opportunity with regulated manufacturing company. Lead offshore QA teams, drive test automation strategy, and ensure computer system validation (CSV) compliance. Great opportunity to join an innovative organization improving quality of life for millions of people around the world!
Our client offers a competitive benefits package including generous bonus and PTO.
About The IT QA Manager Role
We are seeking an experienced
- IT QA Manager
- to lead quality assurance strategy and transform automated testing capabilities as our client migrates to a new ERP platform. This
- Quality Assurance Manager
- position offers the opportunity to build a comprehensive QA roadmap and establish best practices across the IT organization in a fully
- remote work
- environment.
As
Software Quality Assurance Manager, you'll implement risk-based testing methodologies across software systems, including validated systems ensuring compliance with regulations including 21 CFR Part 820 and computer system validation (CSV) requirements. This role is ideal for a strategic leader ready to modernize IT QA operations while maintaining rigorous compliance standards across the manufacturing systems landscape.Responsibilities :
Lead and manage offshore QA testing team (India-based managed services vendor with dedicated resources)Develop comprehensive test strategies and QA roadmap to support ERP implementation and digital transformationOversee manual testing operations while driving transition to automated testing frameworksManage vendor relationships and staff augmentation for project-based testing needsEnsure compliance with21 CFR Part 820GxP, andcomputer system validation (CSV)requirements throughout SDLCLead planning, development, and execution of test strategies for IT systems supporting manufacturing operationsReview and approve validation documentation including IQ / OQ / PQ protocols, test scripts, traceability matrices, and summary reportsCollaborate with Enterprise Quality team on validated systems testing and complianceReview, update, and overhaul existing QA policies, procedures, and templatesImplement governance framework to ensure teams follow established testing protocolsRe-educate IT organization on QA best practices and establish value proposition for quality assuranceContinuously improve IT QA processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiencyLead adoption ofTricentissuite (Tosca, qTest, NeoLoad) once implemented (~18 months away)Design and develop test automation frameworks to reduce manual testing burdenProvide regular status updates, QA metrics, and test coverage reports to stakeholdersPartner with project managers, developers, and business stakeholders to identify testing needs and scopeCollaborate with site quality teams and enterprise quality on compliance requirementsProvide training to team members and stakeholders on validation and testing best practicesMust-Have Requirements
Bachelor's degree7+ years of experiencein IT Quality Assurance3+ years in a QA leadership or management roleoverseeing testing teamsDeep understanding ofsoftware development lifecycle (SDLC)and testing methodologiesProven ability to developtest strategies, roadmaps, and implement QA programsExperience with automated testing tools, performance testing platforms, and test management systemsStrong knowledge of test planning, test case development, defect management, and testing governanceLarge enterprise or global company experienceExcellentcommunication, documentation, and organizational skillsAbility to influence and educate cross-functional teams on QA best practicesStrategic thinkingwith change management capabilitiesPreferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)
Experiencemanaging offshore teamsor managed services testing vendorsRegulated environment experience (ISO, FDA, SOX, HIPAA, etc.)Specific knowledge of21 CFR Part 820helpfulExperience withComputer System Validation (CSV)and IQ / OQ / PQ testing protocolsComputer Software Assurance (CSA)experience or CSA framework implementationExperience withTricentis tools(Tosca, NeoLoad, qTest)Familiarity withERP systems(SAP, Oracle),MES, or manufacturing-related enterprise systemsJob Type : Full-time
Pay : $140,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits :
401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceApplication Question(s) :
What state do you reside in?Do you have IT QA Management experience in a Manufacturing or Regulated environment (ISO, FDA, SOX, HIPAA, etc.)?Do you have experience with automated testing tools, performance testing platforms, and test management systems?Work Location : Remote
Remote working / work at home options are available for this role.