The Mice Groups - San Mateo, CA
posted 3 months ago
The Lead Quality Engineer position is a pivotal role within the International IT team, located in New York City, that focuses on leading and directing quality engineering efforts across various retail and e-commerce platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases for systems such as Retail Management Systems, Warehouse Management Systems, and IBM Sterling Order Management Systems. This role is not only about testing but also involves a significant leadership component, where the engineer will oversee multiple projects, collaborate with business stakeholders, engineers, and vendors, and manage a team of Quality Engineering contractors as needed based on project requirements. As the team expands into new markets, the Lead Quality Engineer will play a crucial role in hiring and training new resources, whether they are contractors, consultants, or full-time employees. The position requires a deep understanding of programming languages and logical reasoning to effectively comprehend business requirements and the functionality of applications. The engineer will be expected to resolve issues and contribute to the overall improvement of system functionality, demonstrating versatility and leadership qualities in a fast-paced environment. The role operates within an agile framework, with project teams working in two-week sprints that culminate in feature demos. The Lead Quality Engineer must be a quick learner with strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt to stressful situations. The position also involves hands-on work with code from the outset, requiring collaboration with both onsite and offshore engineers. The engineer will be responsible for setting up new testing environments for specific platforms as needed, ensuring that testing strategies are effectively implemented and that the quality of software is maintained throughout the development lifecycle.