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Core QA Team Lead
General Motors Company · 🇨🇦 Markham, Ontario, Canada
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About the role
Job Description Vacancy Status: No: This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count) AI Disclosure: As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Software QA Team Lead to build, mentor, and lead a high-performing quality assurance team supporting software development projects in the mobile or automotive space. This individual will play a critical role in driving quality strategy, improving test processes, supporting team growth, and ensuring high-quality delivery in a fast-paced Agile environment. Key Responsibilities • Build, lead, and mentor an effective QA team to support project delivery and ensure high standards of software quality • Manage team capacity and resources efficiently to meet project timelines and quality goals • Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to team members • Lead the team on including AI in their day-to-day work • Manage test automation strategies, leverage available tools and track to meet annual goals • Maintain automated test scripts • Support hiring efforts and contribute to the acquisition of new talent • Define test strategies and test plans aligned to software development plans and project requirements • Partner with the team to design detailed test cases and establish appropriate test environments • Prepare test reports, perform initial issue analysis, and contribute to defect prevention activities • Drive continuous improvement in testing processes, tools, and methodologies • Collaborate cross-functionally within Agile or Scrum-based development teams Required Skills and Experience • 10+ years of software quality assurance or testing experience in the mobile or automotive industry • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field required • 3+ years of experience testing Android-based software • 3+ years of experience in a leadership capacity such as Scrum Lead, Product Owner, or Team Lead • Strong knowledge of software quality assurance methodologies, best practices, and tools • Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as Robot Framework and Appium • Programming experience in languages such as Python and Java • Solid understanding of Scrum and Agile software development processes • Knowledge of connectivity technologies • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and deliver results in a fast-paced environment • Strong analytical, problem-solving, coordination, and interpersonal skills Preferred Qualifications • Experience with vehicle communication network protocols such as CAN and Ethernet • Advanced degrees and relevant certifications GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (OEC) three times per week, at minimum. Benefits Overview General Motors of Canada offers a comprehensive total rewards program designed to support the health and well-being of employees and their families. Benefits currently include: • Paid time off, including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental leave for pregnancy, parental, and adoption needs • Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage • Life insurance options for employees and their families • Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension Plan • GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for employees, their families, and friends Compensation The salary range for this rol