We are looking for an experienced QA Lead to establish and lead the Quality Assurance (QA) practice within our organization. This role requires a candidate who can not only build the QA strategy from scratch but also enforce and standardize QA processes across all projects. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in Automation Testing, Security Testing, and Performance Testing, along with the ability to lead a team, drive quality initiatives, and collaborate with various project stakeholders to ensure adherence to QA best practices and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Establish and Lead the QA Practice:
o Set up the QA department and define quality goals and objectives. o Create and implement a comprehensive QA strategy that includes test planning, execution, automation, security, and performance testing. o Build and lead a high-performing team of QA engineers.
2. Enforce QA Processes Across Projects:
o Develop and enforce a standardized QA process across all projects, ensuring consistency in testing approaches, quality benchmarks, and issue tracking. o Collaborate closely with project managers, developers, and business analysts to ensure that QA processes are integrated seamlessly into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). o Conduct regular project audits to ensure that testing standards are maintained and that projects are meeting defined quality criteria.
3. Automation Testing:
o Design, develop, and implement automated test scripts using frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, or similar tools. o Create and maintain automation scripts for regression, integration, and end-to-end testing. o Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to facilitate continuous testing.
4. Security Testing:
o Lead security testing efforts to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security standards. o Use tools like OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, and others to perform penetration testing and security assessments.
5. Performance Testing:
o Design and execute performance testing strategies using tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling. o Analyze performance test results and provide recommendations for performance optimization.
6. Defect Management Reporting:
o Establish and maintain a robust defect management process, tracking issues from identification to resolution. o Prepare and present QA metrics, quality reports, and recommendations to stakeholders and senior management.
7. Team Leadership Mentoring:
o Lead, coach, and mentor QA team members, ensuring they have the necessary skills and tools to perform their duties effectively. o Conduct training sessions on QA best practices, automation tools, and new testing methodologies.
8. Continuous Improvement:
o Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QA practice, evaluating and implementing new tools, technologies, and methodologies. o Stay up-to-date with industry trends and innovations in software testing and quality assurance.
9. Stakeholder Communication:
o Serve as the primary point of contact for all QA-related matters, working closely with clients and internal teams. o Participate in project meetings, provide inputs on quality risks, and suggest mitigation strategies.
Required Skills Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with extensive experience in automation, security, and performance testing. Proven experience in leading and establishing QA practices and enforcing them across multiple projects. Expertise in Automation Testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Cucumber). Strong experience in Security Testing tools (e.g., OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite) and methodologies. Proven track record in Performance Testing using tools like JMeter or LoadRunner. Knowledge of programming/scripting languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript. Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Certifications like ISTQB, CSTE, or CEH are a plus.
Preferred:
Experience with cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure). Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD practices.
