QA Lead
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for developing and executing formal test plans to ensure the delivery of quality software applications. Involved in test planning, writing test cases/scripts, test case automation and test execution. Works on projects of high complexity within one or more development environments. Works on multiple programs/systems as a project team member. Considered a subject matter expert for a single program/system.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience
- Defines and tracks quality assurance metrics such as defects, defect counts, test results and test status
- Collects and analyzes data for software process evaluation and improvements and integrates them into business processes to address the business needs
- Documents all problems and assists in their resolution
- Delivers quality process training to technical staff and acts as an internal quality consultant to advise or influence business or technical partners
- Performs quality audits across the various IT functions to ensure quality standards, procedures and methodologies are being followed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Demonstrated communicator (written and verbal): ability to read, write, speak and understand English
- Ability to focus on deadlines and deliverables
- Self-starter, self-motivated, driven individual
- Ability to work well with shifting priorities
- Ability to work with cross-functional team of internal and external resources located onshore and offshore
- Keen attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, Access)
- Display professional, positive, and approachable attitude/demeanor and discretion
- Critical thinker, ability to negotiate with key stakeholders and maintain positive attitude
- Demonstrated organizational skills
- Understanding of database schemas and querying tools
- Demonstrated understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC)
- Creative solving of technical problems to ensure the ability to translate technical requirements into test plans
- Ability to track multiple test efforts simultaneously and to be able to synthesize the results in fast paced environment
- Proficient in using HP Test Suite or other Testing Tools
- Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated understanding of test automation framework and tools
- Ability to lead a team through effective delegation, training, conflict management and motivation
- Experience leading teams
Required Education
BA/BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent work experience
Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years
8+ years' system development, testing, and/or business experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Preferred Education
Testing Certification ISTQB Advanced Level preferred
Preferred Related Work Experience and Number of Years
WORKING CONDITIONS
Office environment IQA320 309127 309127BR