Quality Assurance Lead - Java Applications

Techstra Solutions is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Lead to join our technology team at a leading retail bank. This role involves leading QA efforts for enterprise-grade Java applications, ensuring high-quality delivery of microservice-based solutions. You will guide the QA team, develop test strategies, and work closely with development teams to ensure robust, reliable, and scalable applications.

• Lead end-to-end QA efforts for Java-based enterprise applications, including microservices and front-end components.

• Develop and execute test strategies, plans, and cases for functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.

• Collaborate with developers, architects, and business analysts to understand requirements and define test coverage.

• Implement test automation frameworks and develop automated test scripts for regression and CI/CD pipelines.

• Perform code review of test scripts and ensure adherence to testing best practices.

• Mentor QA team members, provide technical guidance, and support professional development.

• Track, report, and communicate defects, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders.

• Ensure testing environments are properly configured and maintained.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Evaluate and adopt new QA tools, methodologies, and technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Perform performance, load, and stress testing for critical Java applications.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and production readiness.

• 8+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 3+ years in a lead QA role.

• Strong expertise in testing Java applications and microservices.

• Experience in test automation frameworks (Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, or equivalent).

• Strong knowledge of SQL and Oracle databases for backend validation.

• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and automated deployments.

• Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and test planning within sprints.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with development, business, and operations teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• Experience with performance, load, and stress testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner).

• Knowledge of API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured, SoapUI).

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed system testing strategies.

• Experience with quality metrics, KPIs, and reporting dashboards.

• Exposure to financial services or banking applications.

• Certification in QA or Testing (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA).

• Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor QA teams.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to balance quality, technical debt, and delivery timelines.

• Proven track record of leading QA for complex enterprise applications.

• Self-motivated with strong ownership mindset.

• Adaptable and quick learner.

• Collaborative team player with cross-functional experience.

• Customer-focused approach to software quality.

Techstra Solutions helps leading organizations unlock the value of Digital and Talent Transformation. We combine business strategy, technology, and talent to guide clients through complex transformation journeys—from strategy through execution.

We deliver our expertise through consulting, innovative staffing solutions, and software development, always focused on measurable outcomes and long-term impact.