Lead Software Quality Assurance Engineer

We are looking for Visa-Independent candidates only.

Role: Lead Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Remote

Job Type: C2H for 6months then FTE

Note: Seeking a
strong hands-on python/Java coding experience. (Individual contributor role)

Job Description:

Position Summary

The primary function of a Quality Engineering Lead is evaluating existing and new software systems according to predetermined specifications and standards with a focus on quality. QA Lead will lead a team of automation engineers and mentor them in automation design and development. QA lead will also develop testing strategies, automation development strategies, plans, manage risks and ensure the delivery of high quality products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor QE team members, as well as manage offshore resources
• Create Test Plans, Test Cases/Test Data Using Software Programs – Coordinating and leading Testing by All Stakeholders
• Develop & maintain automation frameworks
• Develop, maintain, and execute automation scripts to ensure sufficient test coverage of Mortgage Connect Applications and APIs. Solid understanding of Performance Testing
• Work Closely with Business Analysis and Engineering Staff to Ensure the Test Coverage
• Act as key point of contact for all QA aspects of releases, providing QA services and coordinating QA resources internally and externally
• The ability to quickly assess risk, lead a team to a decision point and ensure plans are executed are critical skills required to perform this role
• Document, Track, and Communicate Test Plans, Test Results, Analysis, and Unresolved Problems
• Leads the review of testing artifacts throughout the product life-cycle to ensure appropriate sign off and prioritization of testing work. Including coordinating test strategy, scripting and defect resolution.
• Take accountability for quality standards in the development, implementation and upkeep test scripts and opportunities for automation of testing products.
• Develop/Improve QA processes and procedures
• Developing meaningful management metrics, Identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement in product release
• Recommend Program Improvements and Revisions
• Establish Benchmarks for Program Efficiency in Operating and Response Times
• Compatibility Testing and Performance Monitoring
• Risk Management
• Defect Management – Identify, Analyze, and Document Defects, Questionable Functions, Errors and Inconsistencies in Software Program Functions, Outputs, Screens, and Content
• Participate in Development Projects/Agile Teams from Origination to Completion
• Additional Duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Business, or Equivalent Work Experience
• At least 7-9 years of relevant QA experience
• 2+ Years of experience as a QA Lead

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – Must Have

• Working experience in any one of the Programming Languages (Java , Python , Ruby, JavaScript, C#)
• Working experience in any one of the Test Automation Tools (Selenium, Appium, RestAssured, etc)
• Understanding of version control, branching schemes, reverts, rebasing, etc. using Git
• Experience in Automation Code reviews
• Experience with all aspects of QA process. Experience in developing test plans and test strategies
• Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment and Meet Deadlines
• Capability to Work both Independently and as part of a Team
• Problem-Solving Mindset with Ability to Multitask
• Self-Motivated: Ability to Work with Minimal Supervision
• Strong Ability to Build Consensus – Ability to Influence Others
• Experience with All Aspects of System Development Lifecycle
• Working Knowledge of Successful Software Development Methodologies and Best Practices

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – Good to Have

• 1+ years of experience in RPA
• 1+ Years of Related Work Experience Ideally in the Title or Real Estate Industry(Preferred)
• Previous experience setting up and maintaining Azure DevOps pipelines
• Experience with All Aspects of System Development Lifecycle
• Experience in leading automation teams

Language Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common technical reports, and documentation
• Present information to executive and senior management teams, sales department, internal groups and/or clients

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Thanks

siva kumar