Lead Software Test Engineer

You will be a valuable member of our team developing a cutting-edge ERP solution specifically designed for the pharmaceutical industry. Your role as a Senior Software Tester is crucial in ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of our ERP systems to meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. Your responsibilities will include developing comprehensive test plans, strategies, and test cases based on detailed business and technical requirements. You will be tasked with leading and executing various types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, system, performance, and security testing for complex ERP modules. Collaboration and communication are key aspects of your role, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, identify potential issues early, and ensure alignment on project goals and timelines. You will participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and facilitate effective communication within the QA team and across departments. As a quality advocate, you will champion quality assurance best practices, mentor junior testers, conduct code and test reviews, and ensure compliance with relevant pharmaceutical industry regulations. Maintaining detailed documentation of test cases, test results, defects, and QA processes will be essential. You will also be responsible for issue management, including identifying, documenting, and tracking defects, as well as verifying fixes and performing regression testing. To qualify for this role, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in software testing, preferably within ERP systems. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level are a plus. Proficiency in automated testing frameworks, scripting languages, test management tools, and database testing is required. A strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry regulations and standards, as well as excellent analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills, are also essential for success in this role.,