Lead I - Software Testing

5 - 7 Years
1 Opening
Chennai, Kochi, Trivandrum

Role Proficiency:

Ensuring adherence to test practices and process to improve test coverage

Outcomes:

Measures of Outcomes:

Outputs Expected:

Test Design
Development Execution:

Requirements Management:

Manage Project:

Domain relevance:

Estimate:

Knowledge Management:

Test Design Execution:

Test & Defect Management:

Test Planning:

Skill Examples:

Knowledge Examples:

• Knowledge of Estimation techniques
  • Knowledge of Testing standards

  • Knowledge of identifying the scope of testing

  • Knowledge of RCA Techniques

  • Knowledge of Test design techniques

  • Knowledge of Test methodologies
  
  
  Additional Comments:

  Key Responsibilities • Drive and implement test automation initiatives, designing, developing, and maintaining scalable automation frameworks for web and API testing • Lead and provide technical guidance for Automation Engineers across multiple projects • Convert manual test cases into automated test scripts to accelerate test execution and improve efficiency • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI) for continuous quality validation • Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business analysts to define acceptance criteria and ensure comprehensive test coverage through automation • Perform debugging of test failures, conduct root cause analysis, and report/track defects using tools like Jira, Bugzilla. • Monitor and report test progress, quality metrics, and risks to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability • Ensure adherence to QA processes, methodologies, and industry best practices. • Optimize test execution for speed, reliability, and scalability • Mentor and coach junior Automation engineers, reviewing automation scripts and instilling best practices • Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the organization’s overall QA strategy Mandatory Qualifications & Skills • Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) • 10+ years of experience in software testing, including 2–3 years in test leadership roles • Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, test design, and SDLC (Agile/Scrum, Waterfall). • Hands-on expertise with automation tools: Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber (BDD). • Skilled in programming languages: Java, Python, JavaScript. • Experienced in API testing using REST Assured, Postman, SoapUI. • Knowledge of performance and load testing with JMeter, LoadRunner. • Proficient in CI/CD and DevOps tools: Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions. • Strong experience with version control (Git, Bitbucket) and build tools (Maven, Gradle). • Proficient in defect tracking and test management tools: Jira, TestRail, Zephyr, HP ALM. • Experienced with databases (SQL queries for validation and backend testing). • Exposure to cloud and containerization technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP. • Familiar with security testing concepts. • Skilled in designing and maintaining automation frameworks and integrating them into CI/CD pipelines. • Experienced in test planning, execution, reporting, and defect lifecycle management. • Strong collaboration skills with Agile teams, active in sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily standups, and retrospectives. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments. Good to have • Experience in data testing (ETL, Data Warehousing, Big Data environments) • Knowledge of mobile application testing (Android, iOS, cross-platform) and exposure to mobile automation (Appium, Espresso, XCUITest) • Familiarity with AI/ML testing techniques and related tools • Scripting/programming expertise in Python, Java, JavaScript • Knowledge of accessibility testing standards (WCAG, ADA compliance) • Basic knowledge of security testing concepts and practices • Strong background working in distributed/global teams with cross-cultural collaboration • Certifications: ISTQB, CSTE, or equivalent QA/testing certifications.

Manual Testing,Software Testing,Selenium,Automation Testing