Specialized Development Qa Manager

At Growmodo, we help fast-growing companies by connecting them with global talent while supporting the careers of creative and tech professionals. We're driven by growth, strong relationships, and a passion for delivering a “wow” experience daily. We're looking for a Development Quality Assurance Manager who shares our passion.

The Role

Working Hours : Mondays - Fridays,
6AM-3PM Central European Time
1PM-10PM Asia / Manila
11PM-8AM Central Standard Time

Salary Range : 1300-2000 USD (subject to evaluation of experience and skill level)

The Development QA Manager will focus on ensuring high-quality outcomes across all development tasks within their specialization (Webflow, WordPress, or Shopify). This role involves mentoring developers, developing and refining processes, improving turnaround times, and fostering a culture of self-sustainability among the team. The QA Manager will oversee 10-15 developers and conduct at least two QA cycles daily. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our development team produces high-quality work consistently, meets project deadlines, and grows into a self-reliant, high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Assurance
   • Perform two QA cycles daily (before and after lunch), thoroughly reviewing all development deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards, client requirements, and platform best practices.
   • Provide detailed feedback to developers, focusing on actionable insights for improvement.
   • Establish and maintain QA checklists and documentation tailored to the specific platform (Webflow, WP, or Shopify).
   • Ensure consistent adherence to coding standards, design integrity, and responsive functionality.
2. Mentorship and Team Development
   • Act as a mentor for developers, guiding them to improve technical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and efficiency.
   • Conduct regular 1:1 check-ins with developers to provide feedback, address challenges, and support professional growth.
   • Develop and deliver training sessions to improve developers’ expertise in their respective platforms and ensure they stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
   • Encourage developers to become self-sustainable by teaching troubleshooting skills and decision-making frameworks.
3. Process Improvement
   • Develop and refine workflows to improve the quality and efficiency of development tasks.
   • Identify recurring issues or inefficiencies and propose scalable solutions to prevent them.
   • Implement systems for tracking QA trends, common issues, and developer performance over time.
   • Collaborate with the operations and project management teams to streamline communication and task handoffs.
4. Reporting and Communication
   • Regularly communicate QA trends, team performance metrics, and actionable insights to leadership.
   • Provide clear guidance to project managers and clients about quality expectations and improvements.
   • Document best practices, lessons learned, and evolving guidelines for development tasks.
5. Leadership and Advocacy
   • Foster a positive, growth-oriented team culture.
   • Encourage and support innovation within the team to improve processes and outcomes.
   • Act as the primary advocate for quality and technical excellence in all development projects.

Key Metrics for Success

1. Quality Metrics: Reduction in errors/bugs reported post-delivery.
2. Adherence to platform-specific standards and guidelines.
3. Developer Growth: Improvement in developer self-sufficiency and reduced need for QA interventions over time.
4. Positive feedback from developers on mentorship and training effectiveness.
5. Turnaround Time: Decrease in average task completion time without compromising quality.
6. Process Adherence: Consistent use of documented workflows and QA processes.

Must-Haves :

1. Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the specialized platform (Webflow, WordPress, or Shopify).
2. Strong understanding of front-end development, responsive design, and web performance optimization.
3. Leadership Skills: Proven experience mentoring and managing development teams.
4. Ability to inspire and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
5. Analytical Skills: Sharp attention to detail with a knack for identifying root causes of issues.
6. Ability to develop and refine QA processes to suit dynamic workflows.
7. Communication Skills: Excellent ability to provide constructive feedback.
8. Strong documentation and reporting skills.
9. Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to addressing technical and team challenges.
10. Resourcefulness in identifying training needs and implementing solutions.

Nice-to-Haves :

1. UI/UX Design Tools: Familiarity with Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite. Ability to work closely with designers to translate mockups into functional code.
2. JavaScript Frameworks: Experience with frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Angular for more dynamic, single-page applications.
3. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and experience leading or mentoring junior developers. Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Prior experience as a QA Manager, Team Lead, or Senior Developer in Webflow, WordPress, or Shopify.
Familiarity with QA tools and systems that facilitate collaborative reviews and reporting.
Experience working with remote teams and dynamic task schedules.

Hear From Our Team

Since joining Growmodo, I’ve quickly become a master at using Figma and learned to create logos, landing pages, marketing materials, and Webflow websites. The supportive project managers have had a significant impact on my growth, making me feel truly valued and heard.

Alden M., Web Designer

Growmodo is an excellent workplace that offers time and location flexibility, valuable learning opportunities, competitive pay, and a positive team atmosphere. The only drawback is the limited in-person interaction due to being a remote company.

Virgil G., Web Designer

As a developer at Growmodo, the team has provided a supportive work culture and numerous opportunities for growth. The project managers are readily available and easy to work with, making it easy to meet project goals and deadlines. The company values work-life balance, which is reflected in its flexible scheduling.

Dale. E, Web Developer

Our Commitment to DEI

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? Click on the "Apply" button and get started.

Next Steps : If you're selected, you'll hear from us within two weeks or fewer. The hiring process includes a screening interview with the dedicated recruiter, followed by a trial task. If you pass, you'll have a call with the hiring manager and then a final discussion with our CEO. Successful candidates will then move on to onboarding.

TL;DR

Location : We are only considering candidates from the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Colombia, Honduras, Guatemala, Uruguay, Peru, Argentina, and others that are mentioned above.

Timezone : Central European Time (GMT+1)

Type : Full-Time Contract

Reports To : DevOps Manager