Software Tester / QA - LEAD

Post Date

Jan 13, 2026

Location

Boston,
Massachusetts

ZIP/Postal Code

02109
US
Mar 19, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

BOS-2883ccb7-1d0e-49e0-82eb-53eb77e01810

Pay Rate

$14 - $18 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Software Tester to lead quality assurance efforts across multiple development teams and software projects. Develops test plans and test cases. Develops automated tests. Performs manual and automated tests for software functionality, installation, and usability. Defines and tracks quality assurance metrics such as defect densities and open defect counts. Manages bugs and error tracking. Documents and presents test results to management. Coordinates and prioritizes testing of application modifications and bug fixes. Works with multiple development teams and software projects. Experience with a test tracking software package is desired

Key Responsibilities:
Leads the QA team while remaining a hands-on manual tester
Owns test planning and execution, coordinates cross-team efforts, manages the defect lifecycle, an reports on the quality and release readiness
Requires excellent communication, strong prioritization, timely stakeholder updates and rapid platform learning
Must have previous applicable experience

Shift Time: 9am to 5pm EST USA

Compensation: $18USD hr. to $22 USD hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education

Benefit packages for this role will start on day one of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401K retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications:
10+ years of experience
QA design
 QA testing
Leadership
Attention to detail

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Fraud domain knowledge

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.