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Quality Assurance Project Manager at Sapphire Stream Technology Quality Assurance Project Manager at Sapphire Stream Technology in Berkley, Michigan Posted in about 7 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Title:

Quality Assurance Project Manager Work Location:

Southfield, MI Employment Type:

Full-Time, 40 hours/week Job Description The Quality Assurance Project Manager plans, manages, and oversees quality assurance programs for automotive software validation projects; directs the work of QA engineers; coordinates project activities across onsite and offshore teams; manages client relationships; and ensures deliverables are completed on schedule, within scope, and in accordance with client requirements. Position supervises 3-5 QA Engineers. Project Planning and Program Management Define project scope, develop QA program plans, allocate resources, assign team responsibilities, and establish delivery schedules for each project phase and release cycle. Build and manage project timelines using Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) models; obtain client and stakeholder approvals for project plans, estimates, and deliverables. Lead project meetings, sprint planning sessions, and status reviews with clients, management, and cross-functional teams; manage escalations and ensure project issues are resolved promptly. Team Management and Resource Coordination Direct and coordinate a team of QA engineers, assigning work, monitoring progress, reviewing deliverables, and ensuring team output meets quality and schedule requirements. Manage onshore and offshore team coordination within a Global Delivery Model, balancing workloads, resolving resource conflicts, and maintaining consistent delivery standards across locations. Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members on project processes, quality standards, and professional development. Requirements Analysis and Scope Management Analyze client requirements and project specifications to define acceptance criteria, validate project scope, and ensure full requirements coverage throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with clients, business analysts, and product owners to clarify scope, manage change requests, and obtain formal approvals before project execution proceeds. Quality Program Oversight Oversee the execution of quality assurance activities across all project phases, including planning, execution, release, and post-release validation, ensuring adherence to quality standards and client specifications. Review and approve project documentation, including test plans, test cases, and validation reports, prepared by team members prior to client submission. Coordinate with development and operations teams to ensure defects are resolved, corrective actions are implemented, and project quality objectives are met. Reporting, Stakeholder Communication, and Client Management Prepare and present project status reports, quality metrics, progress summaries, and release readiness assessments to client stakeholders and senior management. Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, managing expectations, communicating project status, and ensuring client satisfaction with program deliverables. Document and obtain stakeholder approvals for project milestones, deliverable sign-offs, and release readiness confirmations. Knowledge and Skills Applied Specialized experience in software quality assurance project management or automotive software validation program management. Project planning, scope management, and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) methodology. Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. Team management and onshore/offshore coordination in a Global Delivery Model. Business requirements analysis, scope management, and change control. Client relationship management and stakeholder communication. Quality program management and QA lifecycle oversight. Risk assessment, issue escalation, and executive-level status reporting. Project and defect tracking tools, including JIRA, ALM, JAMA, and TestLink. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Project Management, or foreign equivalent + 5 years of experience.

Internal Reference ID:

REQ-QA003

Rate of Pay:

$193,149 per year