In a typical agile set up - as a good practice 1) PO (Product Owner) should be able to prioritize and clear the conflicting stuff between dev and QA 2) Scrum master - see that there no impediments to the newer priorities 3) Come up with a Defect management board - comprising of dev leads,QA leads etc..and make sure you hear all the issues, challenges from everyone...few things many have to go from dev,QA to product management groups/management groups (tech director's,manager's) responsibility to set the right priorities to dev and QA. Again - right communication is very important at all levels..also a congenial environment to hear the voices from dev,QA would help..

We must ensure that developers and testers align with the organization's vision. The organization's vision can be translated to individual BU/Group/team goals. When the teams are completely aligned to the goals, the conflicts can be resolved, such that the decision maximizes the goal. The leader must add bias so the team does not get stuck on short-term results. The leader must have a broader vision to guide and add bias.

I integrate developers and testers into a single agile team with shared success metrics. By using "shift-left" testing practices, we embed quality checks early in development, reducing friction. Collaborative backlog refinement ensures everyone’s priorities are considered, turning conflicts into opportunities for innovation.

Facilitate open communication between developers and testers to understand each side's challenges. Align both teams on shared project goals and deadlines. Prioritize tasks by focusing on the most critical bugs and features impacting the project timeline. Implement a feedback loop to allow for quick issue resolution and improved collaboration. Use agile methodologies like daily stand-ups to ensure transparency and progress updates. Balance workloads by allocating additional resources if needed. Act as a mediator to address conflicts early, fostering a collaborative, solution-driven environment. Regularly review progress to ensure alignment with project milestones and quality expectations.

To ensure project success when managing conflicting priorities between developers and testers, I first facilitate open communication to clarify objectives. I actively listen to both sides, mediate discussions, and align their goals with project outcomes. I prioritize tasks by balancing deadlines with quality standards and create a shared roadmap. Using agile practices, I foster collaboration through daily standups and continuous feedback loops, ensuring alignment. By managing expectations and driving focus, I maintain momentum and deliver on time while keeping quality intact.