We are building a stronger quality operations function, and this is an opportunity to register your interest in future QA Operations Lead positions where you could guide testing strategy, lead quality teams, and shape how organizations validate products and manage compliance at scale. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About the opportunity This is an opportunity to register your interest in future QA Operations Lead roles—positions that could involve end-to-end ownership of quality operations, test strategy, and team leadership within regulated or quality-critical environments. Roles of this type may sit within engineering or product organizations where testing discipline, metrics-driven quality management, and cross-functional collaboration directly influence product delivery and customer outcomes. Typical role overview

Location:

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Type:

Permanent

Full-time Salary:

$130,000 - $190,000 per annum

Focus:

Quality operations

• test strategy
• team leadership
• compliance validation What you would do Typical responsibilities could include: Leading and mentoring a QA team to deliver consistent, metrics-driven quality outcomes Owning test strategy, test planning, and automation roadmap for product lines or platforms Establishing quality metrics, defect management processes, and compliance validation protocols Coordinating testing across development, release, and production environments Managing stakeholder communication on quality status, test coverage, and release readiness Driving continuous improvement in testing efficiency, automation coverage, and defect detection Ensuring compliance with relevant quality standards and regulatory requirements where applicable What you could bring Most roles of this type require the following: Must-have 5-10 years of QA, testing, or quality assurance experience, including hands-on test planning and execution 2-5 years of experience leading or mentoring QA teams Strong knowledge of test automation, test planning, and quality metrics Proficiency in defect management, root cause analysis, and compliance validation ISTQB Certified Tester or ISTQB Advanced Tester certification (or equivalent) Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field Authorization to work in the United States Nice-to-have Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks Familiarity with regulated environments (medical device, pharmaceutical, automotive) Advanced certifications or Six Sigma training Background in Agile or scaled testing methodologies What roles of this type could offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Opportunity to shape quality strategy and raise testing standards within an organization Leadership scope to mentor and develop QA talent Exposure to cross-functional delivery and stakeholder management Potential progression toward senior quality leadership or quality director roles, where supported by role facts and organizational structure Professional development opportunities, competitive benefits including health coverage, paid time off, retirement planning, and flexible work arrangements About Specialist Staffing Group We partner with leading organizations across technology, engineering, and regulated industries to build high-performing teams.

Our focus is connecting talented professionals with roles where their expertise can directly impact product quality, compliance, and customer outcomes. How to register interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.