Technical Leader – QA

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QA department, including planning, coordinating, and overseeing QA activities.
• Develop a comprehensive test plan outlining the testing approach, scope, resources, schedule, and deliverables.
• Create detailed and comprehensive test cases based on project requirements and specifications.
• Ensure that test cases cover positive and negative scenarios, boundary conditions, and relevant use cases.
• Perform regression testing to ensure that new code changes do not adversely affect existing functionality.
• Ensure that all software releases are thoroughly tested, adhering to project timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Development, Product Management, etc.) to define and execute test plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team to conduct security testing.
• Identify and address vulnerabilities in the software.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning and daily stand-ups.
• Plan and execute performance testing to evaluate the system’s responsiveness, scalability, and stability.
• Monitor and report on test results, product quality, and test coverage metrics.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging trends in QA and testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of hands-on experience in QA, with a focus on manual testing and test coverage.
• Proven experience in leading and managing QA teams.
• Strong knowledge of various QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and continuous integration environments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in performance testing and security testing.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
• Experience with cloud-based applications and testing in a cloud environment.