Icanio - Quality Assurance Lead - Automation & Performance Testing (6-10 yrs)

Job Description :

As a QA Tech Lead, you will be a key technical authority, responsible for leading and mentoring a team of testers.

You will play a crucial role in testing and delivery of high-quality software solutions.

This position requires a deep understanding of QA testing tools and methodologies, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities :

- Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and strategies, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.

- Lead and mentor the QA team and be responsible for their quality of work.

- Coordinate all testing activities across phases including test approach, test effort estimation, and progress & status reporting.

- Provide guidance and coaching to team members on test management, tools and methodologies

- Oversee and contribute to the development of automated test scripts for various software applications.

- Evaluate and implement automation tools to enhance testing efficiency.

- Coordinate and execute testing activities, including functional, regression, and performance testing.

- Ensure thorough test coverage for all software releases.

- Establish and maintain defect tracking processes, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.

- Define and monitor key quality metrics, providing regular reports to stakeholders on the status of testing efforts.

- Continuously improve test processes (root cause analysis, corrections and preventions)

- Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains within the QA team and the overall development lifecycle.

- Participate in daily standups, sprint planning and sprint retrospectives.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to ensure timely delivery of high quality products.

Requirements :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

- 6-9 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on test planning, execution, and automation.

- Proven experience in leading QA teams and managing end-to-end testing processes.

- Strong expertise in test automation tools and frameworks.

- In-depth knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.

- Experience with performance testing and familiarity with related tools.

- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Strong communication and leadership abilities.

- Experience of working in the Insurance or the Finance Domains would be preferred