QA - Test Lead

• Lead and manage the testing team in a software development project.
• Develop and implement testing strategies, plans and procedures.
• Define, document and maintain quality standards and procedures.
• Develop and maintain test schedules.
• Review and analyze requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide meaningful feedback.
• Review test cases and test scripts to ensure they are comprehensive and accurate.
• Coordinate and execute manual and automated tests, report defects and track their resolution.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure defects are understood and resolved in a timely manner.
• Provide regular updates to project stakeholders on testing progress and status.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior testers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a similar field.
• Total 7+yrs of experience as a Test Lead.
• Proven experience as a Test Lead or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, techniques and tools.
• Good understanding of software development life cycle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage a team of testers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify and manage risks, issues and dependencies.
• Experience with test case management and bug tracking tools such as Jira, Zephyr, etc.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• ISTQB/ASTQB certification.