Description
Summary
The Quality Assurance & Testing Lead at AQA is a transformative role that consolidates quality assurance efforts across the team into a singular, cohesive position. This role oversees comprehensive testing across various devices and browsers, ensuring quality and consistency as AQA advances towards a more 'self-service' oriented approach. The Quality Assurance & Testing Lead is pivotal in establishing robust QA processes and standards, enhancing the reliability and performance of AQA's digital experience.Landscape:
This role is a key position within the Web Operations Team, centralising the quality assurance function. The Quality Assurance & Testing Lead will be responsible for unifying the QA processes, bringing together different aspects of testing under one umbrella. This role involves close collaboration with development teams and stakeholders to ensure that all digital products meet the highest quality standards.
The Web Operations Team works alongside the Marketing Propositions & Delivery Team, Marketing Operations Team and the Customer Training & Events Teams.
Activities:
A Process Consolidation and Leadership:
Unify and lead the QA processes across the team.
Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies and standards.
Testing Oversight:
Oversee testing on various devices and browsers.
Responsible for ensuring quality and consistency in line with AQA's move towards 'self-service'.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with development teams to integrate QA processes.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders about QA standards and outcomes.
Continuous Improvement:
Continually assess and improve QA processes and methodologies.
Need to Know:
Extensive experience in quality assurance and testing in a digital environment.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to unify and guide a collaborative team.
Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
Proficiency in testing across various devices and browsers.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Experience in developing and implementing QA strategies and standards.
Desirable Skills:
Familiarity with 'self-service' platforms and the unique QA challenges they present.