We are seeking a highly skilled Test Lead for our client with a strong focus on leadership, and hands-on experience with key testing tools. The ideal candidate will lead a team of ~10 testers while performing hands-on testing.
This role involves managing quality of applications end-end across the portfolio.
Workplace Type: Hybrid 2-3 days per week in Office
Responsibilities:
· Manage end-end quality of application development lifecycle.
· Optimize and manage resources across the testing lifecycle.
· Plan, manage and lead the design and execution of test strategies, plans, scenarios.
· Coordinate test strategies with project managers and stakeholders.
· Establish proactive monitoring and application health dashboards and remain hands-on on granular details.
· Provide practical insights on testing and user stories during development phase.
· Incorporate AI and automation to increase efficiency and productivity.
· Lead and mentor the testing team to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
Must Have Skills:
· Solid understanding of end-end application development lifecycle and pitfalls
· Expertise in proactively identifying gaps in user stories and following through with test management processes.
· Leadership experience managing a team of ~10 testers.
· Hands-on with manual and automated testing tools and processes in service-oriented architecture.
· Hands-on with SQL and database testing (SQL Server, Oracle, MS Access).
· Proficient in project management practices.
· Solid experience in managing quality of large and complex technical portfolio
· Proficient in understanding of unit testing coverage.
· Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Nice to Have:
· Use of AI in Software Testing
· Experience with Java, CURAM and Oracle
· Familiarity with AODA testing tools.