Quality Assurance Manager (Part-Time Contractor, Remote)

Viva is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead our QA function, ensuring the reliability and seamless performance of our platform. In this part-time contractor role (10-20 hours/week), you’ll develop and execute testing strategies, implement automation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take ownership of your work, and are passionate about delivering high-quality software, we’d love to hear from you!

Description

What You’ll Do
• Lead the QA strategy – Develop and refine processes to proactively identify and address quality issues.
• Implement automation – Build and optimize test frameworks to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally – Work closely with Product, Engineering, and Community Success teams to enhance the user experience.
• Identify and resolve issues – Analyze defects, troubleshoot problems, and drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies.
• Ensure high-quality releases – Conduct rigorous testing to maintain product stability and reliability.

Who You Are
• A self-starter who takes initiative and proactively solves problems.
• A strategic thinker who sees the big picture but also focuses on details.
• A QA expert with experience in both manual and automated testing.
• A collaborative team player who works well across departments.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Why Join Viva?
• Ownership and autonomy – Take the lead on QA initiatives without micromanagement.
• Impactful work – Contribute to a growing startup where quality is a top priority.
• Collaborative culture – Work with a motivated and supportive team.

Job Details
• Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Manager
• Location: Remote
• Commitment: Part-time contractor (10-20 hours/week)
• Start Date: ASAP (negotiable)
• Compensation: $20 - $40/hour, with a review after 180 days
• Availability: Flexible, with the expectation of joining meetings during business hours (M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM CT)

Must-Have Qualifications ✅
• 2+ years of QA experience in software testing or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills for identifying and resolving issues.
• Experience with testing methodologies and tools, including automated testing frameworks.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects effectively.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-team collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a startup environment with fast-paced development cycles.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
• Experience with bug tracking and test management software (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
• Knowledge of SQL for database validation.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI).
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., LoadRunner, JMeter).

Key Responsibilities & Goals

Objective 1: Ensure Product Quality & Reliability
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for new features and releases.
• Identify, document, and track issues, ensuring timely resolution.

Objective 2: Improve Testing Efficiency & Coverage
• Implement automated testing to enhance test coverage and reduce manual effort.
• Continuously optimize testing processes based on industry best practices.

Objective 3: Foster Collaboration Across Teams
• Work with Product and Engineering to align testing with business goals.
• Ensure clear communication and alignment across teams to maintain product excellence.

How to Apply ✨

If you’re passionate about quality assurance and want to make a real impact in a growing company, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!

Salary

$20 - $40 per hour

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