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CDIT LLC

Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Position Summary The Software QA Analyst provides test and evaluation support for ongoing research and development projects within the NMMES program. This position develops and documents test plans ...

The GEO Group

Sr. Software QA Analyst

Boulder, CO

$90K - $115K/yr

Responsibilities Summary The Senior Software Quality Assurance Analyst leads, guides and monitors Quality Assurance test activities to meet project objectives and verifies implementation of business ...

The GEO Group

Sr. Software QA Analyst

Boulder, CO

$90K - $115K/yr

Responsibilities Summary The Senior Software Quality Assurance Analyst leads, guides and monitors Quality Assurance test activities to meet project objectives and verifies implementation of business ...

Collabera

Software QA

Southfield, MI · On-site

Southfield, MI Duration: 6 month (may extend) Our top direct client is looking for a QA Analyst for a long term project in Southfield, MI The client is a Fortune 50 multi-billion dollar revenue ...

PMG

Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Software Quality Assurance Analyst will be responsible for testing New Millennium software products. You will ensure the technical implementation of our products meets the highest standards of ...

The GEO Group

Sr. Software QA Analyst

Boulder, CO · On-site

$90K/yr

At least four (4) years of professional experience in software quality assurance testing. * At least one (1) year experience working with Agile Software Development and automation tools. * United ...

The GEO Group

Sr. Software QA Analyst

Boulder, CO · On-site

$90K/yr

At least four (4) years of professional experience in software quality assurance testing. * At least one (1) year experience working with Agile Software Development and automation tools. * United ...

The Lead Group

Software QA Analyst

Leawood, KS · Hybrid

Reporting to the QA Manager, this person will help ensure the delivery of high-quality, customer-centric web applications and support all testing efforts related to Production amp; Staging software ...

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How much do software qa director jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for software qa director in the United States is $140,083.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,000.00 and $169,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Software QA Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software QA Director, you need deep expertise in quality assurance methodologies, test strategy development, and strong leadership experience, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with automated testing frameworks, CI/CD tools, and quality management systems is typically required, along with relevant certifications such as ISTQB. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and team management skills help drive quality initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. These competencies are crucial for ensuring software reliability, aligning QA goals with business objectives, and leading high-performing QA teams.

What are some common challenges a Software QA Director faces when managing distributed QA teams?

A Software QA Director often oversees geographically dispersed teams, which can present challenges in maintaining consistent testing standards, fostering effective communication, and ensuring timely feedback. To address these, directors typically implement standardized processes, leverage collaboration tools, and schedule regular cross-team meetings. Building a strong team culture and clear lines of accountability are also crucial for aligning goals and ensuring product quality across locations.

What are Software QA Directors?

Software QA Directors are senior leaders responsible for overseeing the quality assurance (QA) strategy, processes, and teams within a software organization. They ensure that software products meet established standards of quality, reliability, and performance before release. Their duties include setting QA policies, managing QA managers and engineers, collaborating with other department heads, and driving continuous improvement in testing methodologies. Software QA Directors play a key role in risk management and in delivering high-quality software to customers.
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Infographic showing various Software Qa Director job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,083 per year, or $67.3 per hour.

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Certon Software

Melbourne, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description
CERTON is dedicated to providing the most efficient, high quality solutions to our customers for safety critical systems certified under the guidelines of DO-178B Software and DO-254 Hardware Certifications. The success of CERTON is evidenced by the success of our customers currently flying with products certified to the highest standards by CERTON employees.
Job Description
CERTON is in need of an experienced SQA Engineer to assist us with ensuring the quality of a software suite developed for the design, development, simulation, validation, and verification of safety-critical systems. The Engineer will be working closely with a small, tightly-knit team of developers. Creating and automating tests for a complex, dynamic GUI with a multi-threaded back end will be part of the Engineer's core job responsibilities. The ideal candidate would have 3+ years of experience working in, developing, and maintaining software quality assurance environments.
Qualifications
  • Work closely with developers to improve software products, find bugs and performance issues, and enhance the user experience
  • Active collaboration with developers at all levels of the software design process
  • Continual development and improvement of the QA environment
  • Develop and implement test plans and strategies
  • Develop new test cases using exploratory testing techniques
  • Execute tests, including regression tests, and report and track issues
  • Apply automation tools and optimize the test development and execution processes

Additional Information
Other Terms:
ALL applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for classified information.
Position Requirements:
  • BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
  • 3+ years of software quality assurance and testing experience
  • Strong understanding of manual and automated SQA methodologies
  • Experience with both black box and white box testing

Desired Experience:
  • Experience working with Agile processes such as Kanban, Lean, or Scrum
  • Experience with automating tests for GUI software
  • Software development experience, including programming using technologies such as Java, Python, or .NET
  • Background in usability, user interface design, and user experience

Physical Job Requirements:
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to sit and work at a computer station (including laptop) for lengthy periods of time.
  • Ability to work in a standard office work environment.

CERTON'S Company Environment:
CERTON offers an open environment that supports growth, development and a healthy work/life balance. In addition to offering the following typical benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance (Company paid)
  • 401 (k)

CERTON also provides:
  • 20 paid days off per year
  • Flex-time work schedule
  • Industry specific specialized training
  • Recreational facilities on premise that include Ping-Pong, air hockey, basketball court, billiards and a hacker space

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It's not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees.
CERTON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
**PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS*

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