[Hiring] Principal Testing Lead @McKesson

Role Description

The Principal Testing Lead at McKesson Corporation will be responsible for overseeing and guiding all testing activities within assigned projects or product lines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements and technical specifications. This role involves leading a team of testers, developing comprehensive test strategies, and driving continuous improvement in testing processes.

• Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers and testers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases for various software applications and systems.
• Oversee the execution of all types of testing, including functional, integration, system, regression, performance, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Collaborate closely with development teams, product owners, and business analysts to understand requirements and ensure testability of features.
• Identify, analyze, and document defects, working with development teams to ensure timely resolution and retesting.
• Implement and manage test automation frameworks and tools, driving increased efficiency and coverage.
• Monitor and report on testing progress, defect metrics, and overall quality status to stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements in the testing lifecycle to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and quality.
• Ensure adherence to established quality standards, methodologies, and best practices.
• Participate in release planning and readiness activities, providing expert input on testing efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 13+ years of experience in software quality assurance and testing, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Proven experience in developing and executing comprehensive test strategies and plans.
• Hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, ALM) and defect tracking systems.
• Proficiency in at least one test automation framework/tool (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, UFT).
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor a team of QA professionals.
• Experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience, with typically 13+ years of directly related professional experience in software quality assurance, testing, or quality engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package determined by performance, experience, skills, and geographical markets.
• Base pay range for this position: $175,700 - $292,800.
• Other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.