Lead QA Tester

Role Overview

Python-based frameworks

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the testing team, ensuring efficient planning, execution, and reporting.
• Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies, incorporating

  manual, automated, and BDD approaches

  .
• Design and maintain automated test scripts using

  Python

  and frameworks like

  Selenium

  ,

  pytest

  , or

  Behave

  .
• Utilize tools like

  Zephyr

  ,

  JIRA

  , and

  Confluence

  for test case management, defect tracking, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development and DevOps, to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Set up and manage

  Jenkins pipelines

  for automated builds and deployments, ensuring seamless integration and delivery.
• Conduct API testing using tools like

  Postman

  or Python-based libraries such as

  requests

  or

  pytest-bdd

  .
• Perform manual testing for areas not covered by automation, focusing on critical business scenarios.
• Monitor test results, identify trends, and collaborate with teams to resolve defects and minimize risks.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of quality and innovation.
• Prepare and maintain detailed test documentation, including test plans, test cases, defect reports, and test summaries.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in

  Computer Science

  ,

  Information Technology

  , or a related field.

• 10+ years

  of software testing experience, with strong expertise in both

  manual

  and

  automated testing

  .
• Proficiency in

  Python programming

  for test automation.
• Experience with

  BDD frameworks

  such as

  Cucumber

  or

  Behave

  .
• In-depth knowledge of

  CI/CD pipelines

  and tools like

  Jenkins

  .
• Hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g., Zephyr, JIRA, Confluence).
• Strong understanding of

  SDLC

  ,

  STLC

  , and testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Ability to lead a team, work collaboratively, and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in

  API testing

  using Python or tools like Postman.
• Familiarity with cloud-based testing environments and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of performance testing tools like

  JMeter

  or

  Locust

  .
• Certifications such as

  ISTQB

  ,

  Certified Selenium Tester

  , or related.

Key Skills

• Python Programming

• BDD Frameworks

  (Cucumber, Behave)

• CI/CD Pipelines

  (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab)

• Test Automation

  (Selenium, pytest)

• Manual Testing

• API Testing

• Collaboration Tools

  (JIRA, Confluence)

Python programming