Unacademy - Lead Quality Assurance Engineer - Manual/Automation Testing (4-5 yrs)

Job Summary :

We are looking for an experienced Lead QA Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience in manual and automated software testing, with a proven track record of leading QA initiatives.

This role involves guiding the QA process, mentoring junior testers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software.

Responsibilities :

- Develop, implement, and manage test cases, test plans, and testing strategies to ensure comprehensive testing coverage.

- Lead defect identification, reporting, and tracking processes, ensuring timely resolution in collaboration with the development team.

- Collaborate with developers to ensure software is designed with testing in mind and support the development of testable code.

- Communicate test results, progress, and quality metrics to stakeholders and management.

- Participate in requirements gathering, design reviews, and provide QA insights to improve product quality from the start.

- Drive continuous improvement of QA processes, testing methodologies, and tools to enhance team efficiency.

- Mentor and guide junior QA team members, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting knowledge sharing.

- Oversee and, if needed, contribute to the automation of test scripts to enhance the QA process.

Skills and Qualifications :

- 4-5 years of experience in software testing, with expertise in both manual and automation testing.

- Strong understanding of software testing concepts, methodologies, and QA best practices.

- Proficiency in various testing techniques, including functional, regression, and integration testing.

- Experience with automation tools and frameworks (i.e., Selenium, Appium) is a plus.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively.

- Proven ability to lead and work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Agile methodologies is a plus.

Education :

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