System Test Manager

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented System Test Manager to lead and oversee system-level testing activities in a fully remote environment. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of complex software systems through strategic test planning, execution, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capabilities, deep expertise in software testing methodologies, and the ability to manage distributed teams while maintaining high standards of quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, and execution of system testing strategies across multiple projects

Manage end-to-end testing lifecycle, including test planning, test case development, execution, and reporting

Oversee functional, integration, regression, performance, and user acceptance testing (UAT)

Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define test requirements and acceptance criteria

Implement and manage automated testing frameworks and tools

Track, analyze, and report defects, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders

Ensure compliance with quality standards, security policies, and best practices

Mentor and lead a team of QA engineers and testers in a remote setting

Continuously improve testing processes, tools, and methodologies

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

5+ years of experience in software testing or quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a leadership role

Strong understanding of system testing methodologies and QA best practices

Experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr)

Knowledge of test automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar)

Familiarity with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar)

Experience working with Agile/Scrum development environments

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (valid U.S. work permit required)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Knowledge of API testing and microservices architecture

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Certification in software testing (ISTQB or equivalent)

Experience managing distributed or global QA teams

What We Offer

Competitive hourly compensation

Fully remote work environment

Flexible scheduling

Professional development and certification support

Collaborative and innovation-driven culture

Career growth and advancement opportunities.