Share Email Opening Title Quality Assurance Lead  About the Organization NCU was founded with the goal of providing accessible, high-quality, online graduate degrees to working professionals. No other university can match NCU's uniquely flexible approach to online learning, which includes weekly course starts and personal one-to-one mentoring from our professionally seasoned, all-doctoral faculty in a class size of one. With no residency requirements, NCU is perfect for the independent, self-motivated student who seeks a world-class education no matter where they live! Across all four of our Schools - the School of Business & Technology Management, School of Education, School of Psychology, and School of Marriage & Family Therapy - NCU is committed to helping students achieve academically to become valuable contributors to their communities and within their professions. With administrative offices in Prescott Valley and Scottsdale, Arizona, and San Diego, California, as well as students, alumni and faculty in more than 50 countries, NCU is an excellent choice for professionals around the world who share our passion for excellence. We envision growth trends to continue, and eagerly seek highly-credentialed and enthusiastic individuals to join our team.   Description Have you ever heard the saying, “A company is only as good as the people it keeps?” At Northcentral University, we strongly believe that our University is only as good as our team of staff, faculty and students around the world united by a commitment to excellence, innovation, diversity and accountability. We celebrate personal and professional growth and desire to see our team members fully realize and reach their potential. When you join the Northcentral team, you will enjoy a challenging, but positive and fun work environment that promotes productivity, achievement and fulfillment. If you are passionate about making a difference and are ready to be challenged and inspired in your daily work as part of a growing, success-oriented company, then we want to hear from you! Summary: This position leads and provides oversight to all Software Quality Assurance (SQA) projects. Responsibilities: Work with product owners and developers at all stages to promote quality. Produce test plans and assign work to QA analysts as necessary, automate tests where appropriate. Produce and prioritize bug reports, reproduce bug reports. Run cross-platform testing (Windows, Linux, and Solaris) Verify that the load, scalability, and performance requirements have been met. Coordinate with the IS department to ensure required test platforms are available. Work with developers to perform root-cause analysis and preliminary problem diagnosis. Collaborate with project managers, business analysts and developers to provide QA testing status and deliverables across the entire project including the Test Strategy, Test Plan, Data Coordination, environment readiness, interfaces, and Defect Management. Ensure all functional areas create/maintain and execute manual test cases & automation scripts throughout the project test cycle according to QA CQS standards Ensure all QA & project related activities and documentation is effectively communicated Ensure all QA Deliverables are maintained within QA CQS or ISO testing standards Motivate staff to deliver quality projects within project constraints Provide weekly project status report and testing metrics for all QA activities Perform root cause analysis to ensure SQL proficiency and the ability to isolate system problems Provide support as needed to production systems ensuring that both internal and external client’s needs are met Aggressively work to provide solutions to challenges as they arise Possess a positive and constructive attitude Continuously develop technical, non-technical, project management and leadership skills Effectively communicate with all levels within in the company      Position Requirements Requirements: 3-5 years’ experience in a Quality Assurance or Development role Understanding of software engineering and web development Knowledge of the systems management industry an asset All skills, abilities and education will be considered for minimum qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree is required, preferably with emphasis on Business or Computer Science Strong organizational and excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in higher education preferred All skills, abilities and education will be considered for minimum qualifications.  What We Offer: In addition to excellent earning potential and a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid holidays and PTO—Northcentral University supports the professional growth of its team members through education benefits, growth opportunities and room for advancement. Are you ready to take advantage of this exciting opportunity to join a growing team of passionate individuals who work together to change lives through higher education?   Apply today!   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Category Information Technology   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://testncu.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found -- Follow us See who works here:

 

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