Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 11 Month(s)
Skills
JIRA
TestRail
Excel
Public Sector
Acceptance Testing
Test Management
Job Details
Job Description:
***Only W2/ 1099 CTC will be considered
The Nevada Department of Taxation is seeking a meticulous and results-driven Test Manager to lead quality assurance efforts for a multi-year tax platform upgrade. This individual will oversee comprehensive testing activities, including functional testing, interface validations, report verifications, and data conversion audits. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in navigating complex software environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive test plans aligned with the Requirements Traceability Matrix
- Review, enhance, and maintain test scenarios across functional and non-functional domains
- Coordinate testing of interfaces, reports, letters, forms, and taxpayer-facing publications
- Lead and participate in data conversion verification and reconciliation efforts
- Track and report testing progress daily during active testing cycles
- Collaborate cross-functionally with business analysts, developers, and subject matter experts to validate requirements
- Identify defects, analyze root causes, and ensure timely resolution
- Maintain testing documentation and ensure audit traceability
- Provide input into continuous process improvements for testing lifecycle
- Support end-to-end integration and user acceptance testing (UAT)
DELIVERABLE
- Detailed and traceable test plans and scripts
- Validated and updated test scenario matrix
- Defect logs with resolution tracking
- Daily status reports highlighting progress, blockers, and next steps
- Verified data conversion results with source-target consistency analysis
- Final test summary report with quality metrics and readiness assessment
Required Skills:
- Proven experience managing testing in complex, enterprise-level software implementations
- Proficiency in developing and maintaining Requirements Traceability Matrices
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with tax systems, public sector software, or regulatory environments preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage test cycles, defect tracking, and reporting protocols
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including documentation and stakeholder updates
- Experience with testing interfaces, forms, reports, and document generation
- Competence in planning and validating data conversions
- Familiarity with tools like JIRA, TestRail, Excel, or other test management platforms
- Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; certifications in software testing (e.g. ISTQB) preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Agreement to follow IRS Pub 1075 Requirements
- Agreement to State background check
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