Director of Agile and Quality Assurance
Are you passionate about elevating software quality and operational efficiency across software development teams? Do you thrive on driving continuous improvement and leveraging cutting-edge test automation tools? If so, we have the perfect role for you!
Power Home Remodeling is seeking a Director of Agile and Quality Assurance to join our Business Technology team at our state of the art headquarters located just outside of Philadelphia, PA. Reporting to the VP of Application Development and Infrastructure, you will have the opportunity to work with talented people on challenging problems and make a significant impact on the business and industry. We believe deeply in what we do: to build something lasting, sustainable and positive.
As the Director of Agile and Quality Assurance, you will be charged with helping to build an organization passionately focused on continuous improvement and automation. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our software development initiatives and our platform. We are a development culture steeped in learning and collaboration, and your experience leading quality assurance teams and quality assurances automation efforts will instantly go to use as we take on major initiatives and technology rollouts. This is a senior leadership position that requires strong technical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a strategic mindset.
Come be part of an amazing team and see what it’s like to brag about your team and where you work.
What we do at here:
At Power, our technology team builds a custom suite of products that run our entire business. We create and deploy complete solutions for marketing, sales, operations, finance and more.
We enjoy all the benefits of a startup to move fast, ship rapidly and iterate quickly, but within an established organization that is well-funded and profitable. We get to dip our toes in many different, fascinating areas and solve unique, challenging problems that could on their own be standalone apps or companies. We’re a tech powerhouse hidden inside a home remodeling company.
We value diversity of all types at Power and our team is made up of a kind, thoughtful group of people with a wide range of backgrounds. We actively try to find people with different perspectives and experiences to the ones we already have.
Power has been awarded Computerworld’s Best Places to Work in IT, Fortune Magazine’s #1 Workplace for Millennials, one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work, one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, and Philadelphia Magazine Coolest Companies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a talented team of scrum masters and QA pros. Foster their growth and career development through regular performance reviews and one-on-one meetings.
- Apply Agile and Scrum methodologies to champion continuous improvement, drive efficient project delivery, and swiftly adapt to evolving requirements.
- Set and uphold manual testing and test automation standards to maintain consistency and excellence across all teams.
- Spearhead the introduction and adoption of test automation tools and processes, reducing manual effort and boosting overall efficiency.
- Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators that highlight the efficiency and effectiveness of our software development and QA processes.
- Stay ahead of the curve with the latest industry trends and best practices in application development and quality assurance. Make impactful recommendations to elevate our processes.
- Lead the charge in interviewing, onboarding, and training new Agile and QA team members, building a powerhouse team of tech-savvy professionals.
Qualifications:
- 6+ years of proven experience managing and leading people and projects with a track record of success.
- 10+ years of experience working in the quality assurance space.
- Strong knowledge and experience implementing processes and standards directed at improving efficiency and quality of application development teams.
- Preferred: experience introducing quality assurance automation in an Agile software development environment.
- Experience developing and reporting on key performance indicators that help measure the efficacy of software development practices.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management.
Why Join Us?
At our company, we believe in pushing boundaries, embracing innovation, and creating a culture where everyone can thrive. If you're ready to make a significant impact, lead a dynamic team, and be at the forefront of Agile and Quality Assurance, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and take the next step in your tech-savvy career!
Benefits:
- Full medical, dental, life and disability insurance plans that can be tailored to your specific needs and the needs of your family
- A competitive 401(k) retirement savings program matched by Power
- Competitive salary
- All the tech you need - We'll pay for whatever hardware and software you need to work and make sure you're regularly upgraded to the latest versions
- Personal development - We provide books, courses and conferences
- Paid parental leave - When the time comes to welcome a new member of the family, we offer paid parental leave
- 2 events per year focused on internal development and improvement
Local candidates only
Power Home Remodeling Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please submit the accommodation request to recruiting@powerhrg.com
