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Job Description
The Quality Assurance Auditor – SUD is responsible for planning and conducting regulatory and contractual compliance audits of providers delivering substance use and related disorder services across the State of Texas. This role verifies adherence to Health and Human Services (HHS/HHSC) requirements, contractual Statements of Work (SOWs), applicable Texas Administrative Code (TAC) provisions, and internal policies. The auditor drives quality improvement by tracking performance metrics, completing comprehensive reports, presenting findings, and partnering with providers on corrective action and sustainability.
- Responsibilities
Education and Experience
HS diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Public Health, Nursing, Behavioral Health, or related field is preferred.
Two (2) years ’ experience in healthcare quality, compliance/audit, utilization review, case management, or related function; SUD program experience strongly preferred.
Travel Requirements:
30–50% statewide travel across Texas, including driving and flying to provider locations. Travel may include overnight stays and
after
‑
hours
work based on audit scheduling needs.
Plan, schedule, and conduct full‑scope and targeted audits of SUD and related programs to verify compliance with HHSC regulations, contractual SOWs, and TAC requirements.
Validate service delivery against contractually required service levels, client/participant satisfaction, service capacity, access to services, populations served, evidence‑based practices, and timeframes.
Conduct on‑site visits across Texas to observe operations, perform data integrity checks across EHR/EMR systems, conduct facility walkthroughs, and evaluate environment of care.
Produce clear, timely audit reports detailing scope, findings, ratings, and risk prioritization.
Issue deficiency notices; collaborate with providers to develop Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
Verify PIP implementation and effectiveness through evidence reviews.
Present findings to providers, leadership, and network provider partners.
- Partner with provider network to align on standards and remediation.
Qualifications
Regulatory Acumen: Interprets and operationalizes HHSC requirements, SOWs, and TAC standards.
Audit Rigor: Applies structured methodologies, risk‑based sampling, and objective scoring.
Data‑Driven: Converts metrics into insights; monitors CAP effectiveness.
Communication & Influence: Writes crisp reports; presents to diverse audiences; builds provider buy‑in.
Field Readiness: Manages extensive travel; adapts to varied provider settings statewide.
Integrity & Judgment: Handles sensitive information; exercises impartial, evidence‑based decision‑making.
Continuous Improvement: Identifies system gaps; recommends pragmatic, sustainable fixes.
Required Skills
Benefits Overview
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
Job Description
The Quality Assurance Auditor – SUD is responsible for planning and conducting regulatory and contractual compliance audits of providers delivering substance use and related disorder services across the State of Texas. This role verifies adherence to Health and Human Services (HHS/HHSC) requirements, contractual Statements of Work (SOWs), applicable Texas Administrative Code (TAC) provisions, and internal policies. The auditor drives quality improvement by tracking performance metrics, completing comprehensive reports, presenting findings, and partnering with providers on corrective action and sustainability.
- Responsibilities
Education and Experience
HS diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Public Health, Nursing, Behavioral Health, or related field is preferred.
Two (2) years ’ experience in healthcare quality, compliance/audit, utilization review, case management, or related function; SUD program experience strongly preferred.
Travel Requirements:
30–50% statewide travel across Texas, including driving and flying to provider locations. Travel may include overnight stays and
after
‑
hours
work based on audit scheduling needs.
Plan, schedule, and conduct full‑scope and targeted audits of SUD and related programs to verify compliance with HHSC regulations, contractual SOWs, and TAC requirements.
Validate service delivery against contractually required service levels, client/participant satisfaction, service capacity, access to services, populations served, evidence‑based practices, and timeframes.
Conduct on‑site visits across Texas to observe operations, perform data integrity checks across EHR/EMR systems, conduct facility walkthroughs, and evaluate environment of care.
Produce clear, timely audit reports detailing scope, findings, ratings, and risk prioritization.
Issue deficiency notices; collaborate with providers to develop Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
Verify PIP implementation and effectiveness through evidence reviews.
Present findings to providers, leadership, and network provider partners.
- Partner with provider network to align on standards and remediation.
Qualifications
Regulatory Acumen: Interprets and operationalizes HHSC requirements, SOWs, and TAC standards.
Audit Rigor: Applies structured methodologies, risk‑based sampling, and objective scoring.
Data‑Driven: Converts metrics into insights; monitors CAP effectiveness.
Communication & Influence: Writes crisp reports; presents to diverse audiences; builds provider buy‑in.
Field Readiness: Manages extensive travel; adapts to varied provider settings statewide.
Integrity & Judgment: Handles sensitive information; exercises impartial, evidence‑based decision‑making.
Continuous Improvement: Identifies system gaps; recommends pragmatic, sustainable fixes.
Required Skills
Benefits Overview
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
- Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
- Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.
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Who's Hiring
- Food Lion121
- Amazon24
- Smithfield Foods24
- Chromalloy20
- Peraton17
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals37
- Technology & Software34
- Healthcare & Medical Services34
- Manufacturing27
- Electronics & Hardware27
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead quality assurance engineer jobs.
- Five or more years of software QA experience with at least one year in a lead or senior role
- Hands-on proficiency with at least one test automation framework such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
- Experience writing and maintaining test plans, test cases, and QA documentation for complex systems
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into build workflows
- Strong understanding of Agile or Scrum methodologies and working within sprint-based release cycles
- ISTQB certification or equivalent QA certification preferred for mid-to-large enterprise employers
Tips for Your Lead Quality Assurance Engineer Job Search
Quantify defect reduction on your resume
Hiring managers for lead QA roles want to see outcomes, not duties. Replace vague bullets with metrics: how many bugs you caught pre-release, how much test coverage increased under your ownership, or how automation reduced manual testing hours.
Show leadership alongside technical depth
Lead QA roles expect you to mentor junior testers and define QA strategy, not just execute test cases. Add a short section to your resume covering team size, any process improvements you owned, and how you influenced release decisions.
Target postings that name your automation stack
Filter openings by the tools you know best, whether that's Selenium, Cypress, Appium, or Playwright. A strong match on your exact stack carries more weight than a generalist background, especially at the lead level where ramp-up time matters to employers.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead quality assurance engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a system design example for QA
Many lead QA interviews include a whiteboard or verbal exercise where you design a test strategy for a new feature from scratch. Practice walking through risk-based prioritization, boundary conditions, and how you'd structure regression coverage before your interview.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
At the lead level, what you own matters as much as pay. Before accepting an offer, clarify whether you'll set QA policy, choose tools, or manage headcount. Misalignment on scope is a common reason lead engineers leave within a year.
Lead Quality Assurance Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead quality assurance engineers?
The most active employers for lead quality assurance engineers right now are Food Lion, Amazon, and Smithfield Foods, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in software product companies and healthcare technology firms.
How many lead quality assurance engineer jobs are remote?
About 36% of lead quality assurance engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed QA leadership. Test automation and performance engineering sub-specialties tend to be the most remote-friendly, since the work is tool-driven and does not require physical access to hardware.
How do you become a lead quality assurance engineer?
Start by building a foundation in manual testing across a full software development lifecycle, then move into automation by learning a scripting language and at least one test framework. Take ownership of a test suite or QA process improvement project to demonstrate leadership readiness. Mentoring junior testers and contributing to release decisions are the signals employers look for before promoting someone into a lead role.
Can I get hired as a lead quality assurance engineer with little QA leadership experience?
You can position yourself for a lead role if you've owned a significant QA deliverable, even without a formal lead title. Document any time you defined a test strategy, onboarded a teammate, or drove a process change. Some companies, particularly fast-growing startups, hire strong senior individual contributors into lead roles and expect them to grow into the people management side on the job.
What does the lead quality assurance engineer interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical interview covering automation code and test design, and a system design round where you map out a QA strategy for a realistic feature. A behavioral or leadership interview typically follows, focusing on how you've handled cross-functional conflicts, release pressure, or team mentorship. Some employers add a take-home automation exercise before the final round.
Where can I find and apply to lead quality assurance engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to lead quality assurance engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your automation stack, industry background, and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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