We are looking for an experienced Test Lead with 6-9 years of hands-on experience in software testing and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will lead a team of QA engineers, strategize and execute testing activities, and ensure the delivery of high-quality products. The Test Lead will work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, product management, and operations, to drive the QA strategy, implement best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Test Strategy & Planning:
- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive test strategies for various projects.
- Define the scope and objectives for testing efforts, including manual and automated testing.
- Collaborate with project managers, developers, and stakeholders to align testing efforts with project goals and timelines.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers, providing guidance, support, and skill development.
- Assign and manage test resources, ensuring efficient and effective test execution.
- Review and approve test plans, test cases, and test scripts prepared by the team.
- Test Execution:
- Oversee the execution of test cases, including functional, regression, integration, performance, and UAT testing.
- Conduct root cause analysis on detected defects, ensuring high-quality issue tracking and resolution.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and manage defect resolution.
- Automation & Continuous Improvement:
- Drive test automation efforts by identifying and implementing relevant tools, frameworks, and processes.
- Ensure the QA team adopts best practices and stays current with emerging testing trends and technologies.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive initiatives to enhance the efficiency and quality of testing.
- Reporting & Communication:
- Prepare and deliver detailed test reports, status updates, and QA metrics to stakeholders.
- Communicate testing progress, risks, issues, and mitigation plans effectively with the project team.
- Provide input on risk management, ensuring a proactive approach to risk mitigation in testing.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 6-9 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.
- Proven experience as a Test Lead or similar role, leading and managing QA teams.
- Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail) and defect tracking systems.
- Strong experience with automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Appium).
- Solid understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to stakeholders.
