It staff test engineering
the it staff test engineering is responsible for establishing and leading the testing function within the it organization. This role will design, implement, and mature a robust testing framework that ensures the quality, reliability, and performance of it systems — including both off-the-shelf (cots) and custom-developed applications.
the staff test engineer will oversee a team of test engineers, drive test strategy, manage resource allocation, and ensure best practices in software and systems testing are consistently applied across the it portfolio.
key responsibilities
leadership & strategy
* lead and mentor a team of it test engineers to deliver high-quality testing outcomes.
* define the overall testing strategy, framework, and standards for non-gxp it systems (cots and custom solutions).
* establish governance, policies, and metrics for quality assurance and testing processes.
* collaborate with it leadership, development teams, and business stakeholders to integrate testing into the broader software delivery lifecycle.
* for gxp systems, collaborate with quality assurance, computer software assurance leadership to ensure alignment with nbi's computer software assurance program.
framework development & implementation
* design and implement scalable and repeatable testing frameworks, including automated, regression, and performance testing solutions.
* select and standardize testing tools, methodologies, and environments suitable for the organization's technology stack.
* build testing processes for validation of integrations between enterprise systems (erp, crm, data platforms, etc.).
* ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards in all testing practices.
resource & project management
* capacity planning and development of the it test engineering team.
* allocate testing resources effectively across multiple concurrent it initiatives.
* develop and manage testing, schedules, and deliverables.
* drive continuous improvement in testing efficiency and defect management.
collaboration & communication
* partner closely with it pmo, development, infrastructure, and operations teams to align testing efforts with project goals.
* provide clear reporting on test results, quality metrics, and risk assessments to leadership.
* foster a culture of accountability, quality, and collaboration within the it organization
required qualifications
* bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related technical field required; master's degree preferred.
* 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance, it testing, or test engineering, including experience supporting enterprise it environments.
* 3+ years of experience in a leadership role overseeing qa/test engineering teams.
* proven experience with gxp systems, computer software assurance (csa), or validation processes in regulated industries.
* proven experience planning, analyzing, designing, implementing, executing, and scaling enterprise testing frameworks for both custom-developed and cots applications.
* strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, including functional, regression, integration, system, user acceptance, and performance testing.
* hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks such as jira zephyr, veeva validation management, selenium, playwright, junit, testng, servicenow automation workflows or similar technologies.
* experience supporting testing efforts across enterprise platforms and integrations, including erp, crm, cloud, and data systems.
* life sciences testing experience (biotech, pharma, medical device).
* strong understanding of sdlc, agile frameworks,
* experience defining qa governance, metrics, defect management processes, and quality standards across multiple projects or portfolios.
* demonstrated ability to manage resource planning, project prioritization, budgets, and vendor coordination within a testing organization.
* excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams.
* experience working within regulated environments and supporting compliance-driven testing practices is preferred.
* strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.