QA Lead JD

Job Opening: QA Lead JD
A brief detail about our company and job description is given below:
About IDS Next (www.idsnext.com) IDS Next is Asia's largest dedicated provider of
integrated, full-service enterprise property management software for the hospitality and
leisure industry. With unmatched domain expertise, IDS Next designs, develops, markets
and maintains a comprehensive range of information management systems for various
hospitality businesses including hotels, restaurants, clubs and resorts. We help hospitality
professionals focus on providing efficient service by developing strategically sound, user-
friendly software, packed with thoughtful details to enable higher productivity and greater
profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Quality Assurance Leadership:
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Define and execute the QA strategy for the software product lifecycle.
Lead and mentor a team of QA engineers (manual and automation).
Collaborate with development, product, and project management teams to
understand requirements and deliver quality results.
2. Manual Testing:
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Create and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases based on
functional and non-functional requirements.
Perform end-to-end testing, integration testing, and exploratory testing to ensure
product quality.
Identify, document, and report bugs/issues clearly and concisely.
3. Automation Testing:
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Develop, implement, and maintain test automation frameworks.
Identify opportunities for automation and create automated scripts for
regression, performance, and load testing.
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Ensure automation scripts are integrated with CI/CD pipelines for seamless
testing processes.
4. Team Management:
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Allocate tasks and set priorities for the QA team.
Conduct performance reviews, training, and skill development for team
members.
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Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the QA team.
5. Test Metrics and Reporting:

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Prepare and present detailed QA reports, including insights and
recommendations for improvement.
Monitor test execution progress and address bottlenecks proactively.
6. Process Improvement:
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Implement industry best practices and innovative QA techniques.
Drive the adoption of tools and processes that enhance testing efficiency and
accuracy.
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Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
1. Experience:
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6+ years of QA experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or managerial role.
Proven experience in both manual and automation testing across web, mobile,
and API layers.
2. Technical Expertise:
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Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
Proficiency in automation tools like Selenium, Appium, TestNG, JUnit, or similar.
Experience with API testing tools like Postman, SoapUI, or RestAssured.
Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) is a plus.
3. Programming Skills:
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Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, JavaScript, or C#).
Experience in creating reusable test scripts and frameworks.
4. Soft Skills:
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.
5. Educational Background:
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Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related
field.
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ISTQB or other QA certifications are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience working in agile or DevOps environments.
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Familiarity with tools like Jira, Zephyr, or TestRail for test management.
Knowledge of security testing and compliance standards.