Overview Foot Locker is looking for a QA Lead to drive testing for our Distributed Order Management (DOM) transformation, with a focus on Manhattan Associates or similar platforms. You’ll lead test strategy, automation, and CI/CD integration across vendors and systems — all while championing process improvement in a fast-paced Agile and DevOps environment. This role is key to ensuring our tech can keep up with the heat of sneaker drops and the scale of our enterprise upgrades. If you're ready to lead with impact and keep our systems as fresh as our kicks, we want you on the team. Responsibilities Strategic Test Leadership Define and own the end-to-end test strategy for the DOM implementation. Align testing objectives with business goals, technical architecture, and delivery milestones. Define test objectives, scope, environments, and data requirements. Establish and monitor quality metrics (e.g., defect density, test coverage, automation effectiveness).to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement. Execution & Delivery Lead the planning and execution of functional, integration, system, performance, and UAT testing. Manage testing milestones and ensure alignment with overall program timelines. Oversee defect lifecycle management, including triage and resolution across internal and external teams. Automation & CI/CD Implement and scale test automation frameworks for regression and integration testing. Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery and early defect detection. Promote shift-left testing practices and test-driven development (TDD) principles. Enterprise Collaboration Coordinate testing efforts across Manhattan Associates, third-party vendors, and boundary systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, WMS). Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and Infrastructure teams. Navigate complex stakeholder environments and ensure alignment across global teams. Team Leadership Lead and mentor QA engineers and testers across onshore and offshore locations. Foster a culture of quality, innovation, and accountability within the QA organization. Manage resource planning, onboarding, and performance tracking. Manage testing milestones and ensure alignment with overall project timelines. Oversee defect management, triage, and resolution processes. Qualifications Required Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in software testing. Proven experience with Order Management Systems, preferably Manhattan. Strong background in test strategy, automation, and CI/CD integration. Experience managing testing across third-party systems and enterprise integrations. Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr). Hands-on experience with automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright). Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps). Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills. Nice to Have Skills (Not Required): Experience with API testing (e.g., Postman, REST Assured). Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience in retail, e-commerce, or supply chain domains. ISTQB or equivalent QA certification. Exposure to service virtualization, contract testing, or mocking frameworks. Understanding of data synchronization, order orchestration, and inventory visibility. At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines: Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews. AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and ID verification. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience. Benefits The annual base salary range is $78,500 - $110,000. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below. Foot Locker Benefits: Employee Discount Paid Time Off Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage 401(k) | Roth 401(k) Stock Purchase Plan Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Opportunities for Advancement Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses Strong Company Culture Employee Resource Groups #LI-KS1