IT Test Lead_

Hartford

**Job Description**

Join Intel Supply Chain IT as an IT Test Lead! The IT Test Lead leverages strong knowledge of technology/specialized domains, project/program management techniques and data driven methodologies to provide analytical and process management expertise to project/program teams.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Coordinates project/programs related to one or more technology domains such as systems, technology embedded components of corporate processes (e.g., HR, Finance), or specialized domains such as, manufacturing, supply chain, etc.

+ May manage portions of a large project or endtoend small projects independently, if required.

+ Works directly with project/program managers to implement project/program objectives, support/monitor/drive variable aspects of projects, and provide direct assistance to ensure timely execution.

+ Conducts quantitative and qualitative analytical research and prepares recommendations to support project/program objectives, including but not limited to assessing resource utilization, maintaining project management systems, tracking project progress and efficiency, monitoring objectives and key results (OKR)/technical indicators, identifying performance gaps, assessing project/program risks and ensuring compliance with processes and guidelines.

+ Utilizes advanced visualization skills to report data led insights to key stakeholders, facilitating optimal decision making.

+ Engages directly with key BU/domain stakeholders on matters of significance to meeting program/project objectives.

+ Collaborates with technology and/or supply chain project/program managers to develop and maintain project/program management infrastructure in areas such as issue tracking, reporting, dashboard monitoring, deck building/storyboarding, project plan builds, monitoring and analysis, etc.

+ Provides project/program plan trend analysis and control including analysis, research, development, and maintenance of the project/program data.

+ Maintains awareness of emerging technologies and project management techniques.

+ Provides recommendations for improvement of project management processes currently in use. Works with stakeholders to gather and define requirements and assist with test case development and user acceptance testing.

+ Defines how systems and organizations interact with each other to architect the desired solution.

+ May provide specialized analytical/project program management operations services such as coordinating/facilitating/guiding interactions between supply chain organizations and other organizations dependent on supply chain, if working on supply chain projects/programs.

Key Responsibilities:

+ End-to-End Test Management: Oversee the entire testing process, including test planning, execution, and validation.

+ Defects Tracking: Implement and manage a robust defect tracking system to identify, document, and address system issues.

+ Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive test reports detailing test results, defect tracking, and quality assurance activities.

+ Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with stakeholders across the program, ensuring their requirements are met and concerns are effectively addressed.

+ Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce stringent quality standards and methodologies to ensure the delivery of high-quality outputs.

+ Team Collaboration: Work in conjunction with project teams, including developers, business analysts, and project managers, to ensure project success.

+ Excellent leadership and team management skills.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.

+ Outstanding communication and presentation skills.

**Qualifications**

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

**Minimum Qualifications**

The candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or other related degree and 9+ years of experience in:

+ SAP or ERP, preferably with a focus on system transformation projects.

+ End-to-end test management, defects tracking, and reporting.

+ SAP S/4 HANA ERP.

+ Driving testing through multiple testing tools.

This position is not eligible for Intel Immigration sponsorship.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience in test management tools (Jira and Zephyr scale).

+ Experience in test and defect management of large scale program implementation (Blue Yonder/BY/ i2/JDA or other planning tools or S4/Oracle or other ERP tools).

**Inside this Business Group**

Intel's Information Technology Group (IT) designs, deploys and supports the information technology architecture and hardware/software applications for Intel. This includes the LAN, WAN, telephony, data centers, client PCs, backup and restore, and enterprise applications. IT is also responsible for e-Commerce development, data hosting and delivery of Web content and services.

**Posting Statement**

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

**Benefits**

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here. (ntel.com/en/benefits)

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in US, Colorado, New York, Washington, Washington DC, California: $141,673.00-$241,005.00

*Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience

**Working Model**

This role is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. This role may also be available as our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. **In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.**