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Defect Manager Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Program Manager

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$121K - $121K/yr

Manage progress status, escalate, and mitigate risks, and coordinate defect resolution ... Conduct daily defect calls to expedite issue resolution, if necessary. Ensure adherence to quality ...

Test Lead

Minneapolis, MN

$49.50 - $67.50/hr

... Handle Defect Management Meetings and large Test execution Schedules Attend test entry/test exit meetings to achieve Go/No Go Capture test results/evidence Evaluate results against exit criteria ...

Experience with payroll integrations, data conversion, and defect resolution * Ability to travel 0 ... Managing day-to-day project delivery, including scope, timelines, risks, issues, and stakeholder ...

TEST ENGINEER L3

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$45K - $121K/yr

Identify, report, and track defects using defect management tools * Collaborate with developers and business analysts to understand requirements * Participate in test planning, test case design, and ...

Create defect reports for problems discovered during system test. Perform regression testing to ... Task Management - Delivers quality work on time, translates planning into action by following ...

Create defect reports for problems discovered during system test. Perform regression testing to ... Task Management - Delivers quality work on time, translates planning into action by following ...

Create defect reports for problems discovered during system test. Perform regression testing to ... Task Management - Delivers quality work on time, translates planning into action by following ...

Test Repair Tech (Repairs)

Moundsview, MN · On-site

$23.25 - $31.75/hr

Communicate non-standard problems to Repairs Manager and/or Repairs Administrator. ESSENTIAL DUTIES ... Enter defect data into appropriate defect database. * Work as a team member or individually as ...

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What are some common challenges a Defect Manager faces when coordinating between development and QA teams?

Defect Managers often encounter challenges such as ensuring clear communication between development and QA teams, prioritizing defects based on business impact, and managing tight release deadlines. Balancing multiple stakeholders’ expectations while maintaining accurate defect tracking can also be demanding. Successful Defect Managers proactively facilitate meetings, clarify defect statuses, and help develop efficient workflows to resolve issues quickly, fostering a collaborative environment.

What are Defect Managers?

Defect Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the defect management process within a project or organization, particularly in software development and quality assurance. They coordinate the identification, documentation, prioritization, tracking, and resolution of defects (bugs or issues) found during testing phases. Defect Managers act as a bridge between testing teams and developers to ensure that defects are addressed efficiently and do not hinder project timelines. Their role is crucial to maintaining product quality and ensuring that all issues are properly managed before release.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Defect Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Defect Manager, you need a strong background in software testing, quality assurance, and defect lifecycle management, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as JIRA, Bugzilla, or HP ALM, as well as knowledge of test management systems, is typically required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities are vital soft skills for collaborating with development and testing teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring timely resolution of defects, maintaining product quality, and streamlining the software delivery process.
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Sr. Program Manager

Sr. Program Manager

NLB Services

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$121K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Assess opportunities to remove testing challenges and increase automation to improve lead time to change.
Establish a plan to articulate opportunities, owners, and delivery dates to drive the testing improvement plan.
Partner with Domains, and internal automation, environment, and data teams to implement the plan.
Triage environment issues, delegate them to the right owners, and perform RCAs.
Oversee data collection and maintenance for statistical and reporting purposes.
Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives for program success.
Oversee end-to-end testing by establishing test plans, scopes of work, and dependency traceability.
Manage progress status, escalate, and mitigate risks, and coordinate defect resolution.
Conduct daily defect calls to expedite issue resolution, if necessary.
Ensure adherence to quality standards through audits, reviews, and validations.
Contribute to improving testing standards.
Define objectives and develop suitable strategies for program execution.
Formulate, organize, and monitor inter-connected projects to assess performance, ROI, deadlines, and budgets.
Plan program delivery in alignment with organizational mission and goals.
Develop and manage budgets and operational plans.
Coordinate services across different program activities for increased efficiency.
Provide consistent progress reporting and escalate risks to drive resolution.
Quals--
*Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Quality Program Manager to oversee and manage testing efforts, assess, and drive plans to improve test environment management, automation, and data across Company to enhance Lead Time to Change. The ideal candidate will bring testing expertise along with thought leadership to improve quality.
Qualifications & Skills:
Proven experience in program management, quality assurance, and testing coordination.
Expertise in Test Automation and AWS.
Thought leadership to analyze program effectiveness and identify improvement areas.
Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. NLB is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact HR department by sending an e-mail to notifications@nlbservices.com.