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  • Quality Lead job type Posted on: Nov 09, 2026
  • Quality Lead experience level Transcend IT Solutions
  • Quality Lead employment type Seattle, Washington
  • Quality Lead employment type Onsite
  • Quality Lead salary CTC
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Job Title :

Quality Lead

Job Type :

Contract

Job Location :

Seattle Washington United States

Remote :

No

Jobcon Logo Job Description :

Job Title: Quality Lead
Experience: - 10+ Years
Work Mode: Hybrid
Location: - Seattle WA OR Vancouver WA OR Portland, OR only.
Duration: - 6-12 Months

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Quality Lead to drive quality assurance excellence across a complex program of 30+ interrelated projects. This role combines strategic QA and Testing leadership with hands-on project management expertise to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet business objectives and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance Leadership
Bridge IT and business teams-translating technical risk into business impacts ensuring testing validates real world operational scenarios.
Collaborate with UAT Test Leads for joint signoff with business teams for business and UAT testing (e.g. clear standards entry/exit criteria)
Orchestrate/facilitate alignment across QA/Test components for complex, multi-disciplinary projects from inception through delivery
Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies aligned with organizational quality objectives
Ensure adherence to quality standards, best practices, and metrics across testing teams. Develop standards where needed.
Mentor and guide QA team members in testing methodologies and audit
Serve as the quality advocate and subject matter expert across project teams
Project Leadership
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, business analysts, product owners, and stakeholders
Provide feedback into detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project
Coordinate testing activities across multiple teams, products, and programs
Manage timeline management for testing initiatives
Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders
Test Strategy & Planning
Guide the program through test planning, design, prep, and execution.
Bring together a single coherent approach instead of parallel IT vs business tracks, including:
Unit Testing (IT/Development): Review and recommend standards
Integration & Performance Testing (QA Resources):
  • Partner with QA managers/leads to align strategies
  • End-to-End Testing (PMO & Business): Collaborate with PMO Test Leads
  • UAT (Business Testers): Joint signoff with UAT Test Leads
Evaluate and refine existing test strategies to optimize coverage, efficiency, and risk mitigation
Ensure test coverage aligns with business requirements and technical specifications
Process Management & Governance
Oversee defect management processes and remediation lifecycles from identification through resolution
Ensure proper implementation of software version control practices within testing activities
Leverage and refine existing gating documents (entry/exit criteria for QA, UAT, smoke testing, etc.) to ensure consistent application across all projects
Provide quality assessments and recommendations for go/no-go decisions at key program milestones
Transparently communicate quality health. Establish and maintain consistency in quality metrics and reporting dashboards.
Integrate into existing program governance.
Escalation Authority: Escalate quality risks through established governance channels when testing approaches are inadequate or quality is at risk
Required Qualifications Experience
10+ years of experience leading QA/Test components of complex, multi-disciplinary IT projects
Proven track record of successful project delivery in a leadership capacity
Demonstrated experience managing both QA and project leadership responsibilities simultaneously
Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid development environments Technical Expertise Broad and deep knowledge (has developed or is qualified to evaluate/refine):
Software Development Lifecycles (SDLC) and quality integration points
Test planning methodologies at multiple organizational levels (Team, Product, Project, Program)
Comprehensive test methods across the testing spectrum:
Unit Testing frameworks and practices
Functional Testing approaches
System Integration Testing
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
End-to-End Testing scenarios
Performance Testing strategies
Defect Management systems and associated remediation lifecycles
Software version control systems and branching strategies
Software Release Management processes and best practices
Tools & Technical Skills
Proficient in project management tools for detailed scheduling, resource management, and timeline tracking
Experience with Jira and test management tools and defect tracking systems
Familiarity with automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)
Leadership & Soft Skills
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Excellent communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Strategic thinking with attention to detail
Problem-solving mindset with focus on continuous improvement
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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Posted:

Nov 09, 2026

Reference Number:

52-49161

Employment:

CTC

City:

Seattle

Job Origin:

CIEPAL_ORGANIC_FEED

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Job Title: Quality Lead
Experience: - 10+ Years
Work Mode: Hybrid
Location: - Seattle WA OR Vancouver WA OR Portland, OR only.
Duration: - 6-12 Months

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Quality Lead to drive quality assurance excellence across a complex program of 30+ interrelated projects. This role combines strategic QA and Testing leadership with hands-on project management expertise to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet business objectives and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance Leadership
Bridge IT and business teams-translating technical risk into business impacts ensuring testing validates real world operational scenarios.
Collaborate with UAT Test Leads for joint signoff with business teams for business and UAT testing (e.g. clear standards entry/exit criteria)
Orchestrate/facilitate alignment across QA/Test components for complex, multi-disciplinary projects from inception through delivery
Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies aligned with organizational quality objectives
Ensure adherence to quality standards, best practices, and metrics across testing teams. Develop standards where needed.
Mentor and guide QA team members in testing methodologies and audit
Serve as the quality advocate and subject matter expert across project teams
Project Leadership
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, business analysts, product owners, and stakeholders
Provide feedback into detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project
Coordinate testing activities across multiple teams, products, and programs
Manage timeline management for testing initiatives
Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders
Test Strategy & Planning
Guide the program through test planning, design, prep, and execution.
Bring together a single coherent approach instead of parallel IT vs business tracks, including:
Unit Testing (IT/Development): Review and recommend standards
Integration & Performance Testing (QA Resources):
  • Partner with QA managers/leads to align strategies
  • End-to-End Testing (PMO & Business): Collaborate with PMO Test Leads
  • UAT (Business Testers): Joint signoff with UAT Test Leads
Evaluate and refine existing test strategies to optimize coverage, efficiency, and risk mitigation
Ensure test coverage aligns with business requirements and technical specifications
Process Management & Governance
Oversee defect management processes and remediation lifecycles from identification through resolution
Ensure proper implementation of software version control practices within testing activities
Leverage and refine existing gating documents (entry/exit criteria for QA, UAT, smoke testing, etc.) to ensure consistent application across all projects
Provide quality assessments and recommendations for go/no-go decisions at key program milestones
Transparently communicate quality health. Establish and maintain consistency in quality metrics and reporting dashboards.
Integrate into existing program governance.
Escalation Authority: Escalate quality risks through established governance channels when testing approaches are inadequate or quality is at risk
Required Qualifications Experience
10+ years of experience leading QA/Test components of complex, multi-disciplinary IT projects
Proven track record of successful project delivery in a leadership capacity
Demonstrated experience managing both QA and project leadership responsibilities simultaneously
Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid development environments Technical Expertise Broad and deep knowledge (has developed or is qualified to evaluate/refine):
Software Development Lifecycles (SDLC) and quality integration points
Test planning methodologies at multiple organizational levels (Team, Product, Project, Program)
Comprehensive test methods across the testing spectrum:
Unit Testing frameworks and practices
Functional Testing approaches
System Integration Testing
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
End-to-End Testing scenarios
Performance Testing strategies
Defect Management systems and associated remediation lifecycles
Software version control systems and branching strategies
Software Release Management processes and best practices
Tools & Technical Skills
Proficient in project management tools for detailed scheduling, resource management, and timeline tracking
Experience with Jira and test management tools and defect tracking systems
Familiarity with automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines
Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)
Leadership & Soft Skills
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Excellent communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Strategic thinking with attention to detail
Problem-solving mindset with focus on continuous improvement
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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