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Job Summary:
We are looking for a Senior QA Lead to spearhead quality assurance efforts in a large-scale Application Modernization project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QA methodologies, leadership skills, and a proven track record of ensuring high-quality software delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies tailored to Application Modernization projects.
- Lead and manage QA teams, including onshore and offshore resources, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
- Oversee the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define quality standards and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to software quality and project timelines.
- Conduct root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure adherence to Agile or Waterfall methodologies, depending on project requirements.
- Provide regular updates and reports on QA progress, metrics, and outcomes to project leadership.
- Stay updated with industry trends and tools to continuously improve QA processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
- Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and best practices.
- Familiarity with cloud-based environments and CI/CD pipelines.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of API testing tools like Ready API, Postman or RestAssured.
- Ability to mentor and guide junior QA team members.
- ISTQB certification or equivalent is a plus.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in Application Modernization projects.
- Experience with automation and performance testing tools like Selenium, JMeter, or similar.