Job Information
CACI International Quality Assurance Lead in Remote (Any State), Virginia
Quality Assurance Lead
Job Category: Project and Program Management
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
The Opportunity:
CACI’s growing Agile Digital Solutions Operating Group is searching for a Quality Assurance Lead to support the modernization and sustainment of a large portfolio of enterprise business solutions used by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
The Quality Assurance Lead will support enterprise programs across a broad range of systems and software technologies. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical understanding of Agile Software Development practices and experience delivering releasable software. In this role, they will be responsible for providing development of project Software Quality Assurance Plans and the implementation of procedures that conform to the requirements of the contract. They will provide an independent assessment of how the project’s software development process is being implemented relative to the defined process and recommends methods to optimize the organization’s process.
The Quality Assurance Lead will be responsible for activities involving quality assurance throughout the development life cycle and will develop and continually evaluate quality processes and system standards to ensure compliance with company standards and governmental regulatory requirements. They will engage across the team to support resolution of negative quality findings; conduct statistical analyses of testing results and process anomalies; write documentation for new and current validation procedures and technical reports; and may assist with establishing validation policies.
They will recommend revisions to operating policies and procedures; frequently lead a centralized functional activity; and will function as advisors on all projects and tasks assigned to the organizational units under supervision while ensuring all goals and objectives of an initiative and the program are accomplished within contract terms and conditions.
Responsibilities:
The Quality Assurance Lead is responsible for all activities associated with delivery of customer-defined systems and software projects responsibilities include:
Develop and implement procedures and test plans for assuring quality in a system development environment which supports large databases and applications
Provide technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments
Establish and maintaina process for evaluating hardware, software, and associated documentation and/or assists in the evaluation
Develop and implement quality control methodologies to ensure compliance with quality assurance standards, guidelines, and procedures in a large computer-based organization
Develop and executesoftware test plans to identify software problems and their causes
Conduct quality audits and review/analyze related data and documentation
Maintain relevant metrics that help the team monitor and improve quality
Supporting long-and short-range planning
Strengthening the presence of the team as an Agile center of excellence;actively contributing to the organization Agile Community
Analyzing project-related problems and creating innovative solutions involving scheduling, technology, methodology, tools and solution components
Performing scheduled and allocated work, providing advice and guidance, and resolving problems to meet technical performance and financial objectives
Developing new and refining existing processes to enhance quality and productivity
Reviewing and evaluating work and preparing periodic performance reports
Ensuring product quality and timeliness of efforts
Manage a team of experienced technical professional
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management Systems or a related discipline
Professional Experience: 5+ years related technical experience
Public Trust clearance, and ability to obtain higher level, if needed
5+ years of related professional technical experience
Strong software development background, with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in incremental software development projects using an Agile Scrum approach.
SAFe certification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience participating in a high performing, highly engaged and motivated team
Demonstrated experience in incremental software development projects using an Agile approach
Understanding of all elements of the software development life cycle
Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter
Desired:
Prior experience supporting NASA program(s)
Experience with Agile methodology/SCRUM
Ability to apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of innovative principles and ideas
Periodically develops data which goes beyond existing boundaries of information in field
Acts independently to expose and resolve problems
Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with very strong communication skills and work ethic; self-starter
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$86,800-$191,000
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.