Minneapolis , Minnesota

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Hybrid

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Contract

Job ID 72464|Posted Nov 11, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our dynamic team as a QA Test Lead, where you'll spearhead testing strategies on large-scale projects, ensuring top-notch quality and seamless execution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive test strategies and plans for complex projects.
  • Coordinate testing efforts across various teams and ensure alignment with project requirements.
  • Oversee the creation, validation, and updating of test cases to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Manage the defect lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
  • Provide insightful dashboard reporting and trend analysis to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with project managers and business users to facilitate effective testing processes.

Skills

  • Exceptional communication skills with a strong presence in executive settings.
  • Proven experience in facilitating meetings and reporting to leadership.
  • Proficiency in JIRA for setup and execution of testing processes.
  • Solid understanding of waterfall methodology.
  • Ability to write and manage test cases effectively without automation or scripting.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in the utility sector is advantageous.
  • Background in regulatory or process-heavy industries such as medical devices.
  • Familiarity with agile testing environments.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equity for all team members. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success.

 

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $41 - $78 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.