Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer / QA Lead
We are looking for an experienced Quality Assurance professional to join our team, with a strong focus on both automation and manual testing, as well as process management and team leadership. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical skill set in test automation tools, test framework knowledge, and CI/CD integration, alongside solid expertise in manual testing practices and quality process management. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual capable of driving quality initiatives and mentoring junior team members.
Automation Skills
- Proven experience with popular test automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, Appium, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language for test framework developmentJava, Python, or JavaScript preferred.
- Familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI to automate and integrate test execution.
- Strong understanding of test architecture including API testing, UI testing, and load/performance testing strategies.
- Ability to design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test suites to improve test coverage and reduce manual effort.
Manual Testing Expertise
- Solid experience in manual testing methodologies with a strong grasp of test case design techniques, exploratory testing, and defect lifecycle management.
- Skilled in tracking and managing defects using test management tools such as Zephyr, Xray, or similar platforms.
- Ability to perform comprehensive test planning, test execution, and reporting to ensure high-quality releases.
- Comfortable conducting risk-based testing and prioritizing test efforts according to business and technical impact.
Process & Management
- Hands-on experience working within Agile/Scrum frameworks, participating actively in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
- Proven capability to define meaningful QA Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and implement metric-driven reporting to measure testing effectiveness and product quality.
- Expertise in release planning, coordinating test activities with development and operations teams to meet delivery timelines while ensuring quality standards.
- Skilled in allocating testing resources effectively, balancing automation and manual efforts, and adapting plans according to project priorities.
Soft Skills & Leadership
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to build, motivate, and mentor QA teams, fostering a collaborative and learning-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication skills for working with cross-functional teams including developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and manage expectations.
- Effective conflict resolution and stakeholder management to navigate challenges and ensure alignment on quality goals.
- Passionate about upskilling junior QA engineers, providing guidance, coaching, and knowledge sharing to develop their technical and professional capabilities.
Optional Qualifications
- Certifications such as ISTQB or Test Architect are highly desirable and demonstrate a commitment to quality assurance best practices and professional growth.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive quality assurance strategies in a dynamic environment, balancing automation innovation with rigorous manual testing and effective team leadership. If you are passionate about delivering top-quality software and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative settings, we encourage you to apply.
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