Lead Software Development Test Engineer

Job description

• Develop and maintain efficient and scalable test automation frameworks, tools, and test suites to ensure comprehensive test coverage across multiple software products.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, product managers, and quality assurance, to understand requirements and design test strategies and plans.

• Design, develop, and execute automated tests, including functional, integration, regression, and

performance tests, using industry-standard tools and technologies.

• Identify and prioritize test cases based on risk analysis, business impact, and customer requirements.

• Conduct root cause analysis of defects, troubleshoot and diagnose issues, and provide timely

resolutions to ensure high-quality software releases.

• Lead and mentor junior members of the testing team, providing guidance on test automation best practices, code reviews, and overall testing methodologies.

• Continuously evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the testing process by adopting new tools, technologies, and industry best practices.

• Collaborate with the development team to define and implement quality assurance and testing

standards, processes, and methodologies.

• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-up meetings.

• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends related to software testing and quality assurance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.

• Proven experience (10+ years) as an SDET or similar role, working on complex software development projects.

• Strong programming skills in languages such as Java.

• Solid understanding of software testing concepts, methodologies, and best practices.

• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools, such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or similar.

• Proficiency in API testing and tools like Postman.

• Strong knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and tools (e.g.,Jenkins, GitLab, or similar).

• Experience with version control systems, such as Git or SVN.

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with strong attention to detail.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team

environment.