Software Development Tester Lead-Remote

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Hiring Remotely in Heredia, Ulloa, Lagunilla
Remote
Mid level
Big Data • Fintech • Information Technology • Business Intelligence • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Big Data Analytics
The Role
The Software Development Tester Lead will manage a QA team, ensure the implementation of effective testing strategies in an Agile environment, conduct both manual and automated testing, and oversee the integration of automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure comprehensive documentation of testing efforts.
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What We'll Bring:

We are seeking an experienced QA Lead with a strong background in test team management, agile methodologies, and automation testing. The ideal candidate should possess excellent leadership skills, a deep understanding of testing frameworks, and proficiency in automation tools such as Selenium, Cucumber, Java, RestAssured, GIT, Gradle, and SQL. Additionally, knowledge of Google Cloud and API testing with tools like Postman would be highly valued.

What You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field or 4 years of related experience.
  • Proven experience in a QA Lead or similar role (3 to 5 years).
  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, specifically Scrum.
  • Proficient in creating and executing test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Good English level (Speaking, writing, and reading) 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE).
  • Experience with other automation tools and frameworks.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices.
  • Knowledge of performance testing tools and strategies.
  • This is a remote position for candidates in Costa Rica, which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.

Impact You'll Make:

  • Test Management Team:
    • Lead and mentor a team of QA professionals in an Agile (Scrum) environment.
    • Promote collaboration and communication within the QA team and cross-functional teams.
    • Develop and implement effective test strategies and methodologies.
  • Project Traceability:
    • Utilize Jira and Confluence to ensure comprehensive traceability of test projects.
    • Collaborate with development and product teams to define and refine user stories and acceptance criteria.
  • Testing Techniques:
    • Apply black box testing techniques to thoroughly validate software functionality.
    • Conduct exploratory testing to identify potential issues and enhance test coverage.
    • Proficient in defect reporting, ensuring accurate and detailed documentation.
  • Automation Skills:
    • Lead the design and implementation of automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber, Java, RestAssured, GIT, and Gradle.
    • Collaborate with developers to integrate automated tests into the continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline.
    • Monitor and maintain automation frameworks to ensure reliability and efficiency.
  • API Testing:
    • Possess hands-on experience with API testing using tools such as Postman.
    • Validate the functionality, reliability, and performance of APIs in different scenarios.
  • Cloud Knowledge:
    • Well-versed in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) projects, leveraging cloud-based testing solutions and environments.

This is a remote position which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.

TransUnion Job Title

Lead Engineer, SDET Engineering

Top Skills

Cucumber
Java
Restassured
Selenium

What the Team is Saying

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
13,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1968

What We Do

TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible by ensuring that each consumer is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace.

We do this by having an accurate and comprehensive picture of each person.

This picture is grounded in our legacy as a credit reporting agency which enables us to tap into both credit and public record data; our data fusion methodology that helps us link, match and tap into the awesome combined power of that data; and our knowledgeable and passionate team, who stewards the information with expertise, and in accordance with local legislation around the world.

Because of our work, organizations can better understand consumers in order to make more informed decisions, and earn their trust through great, personalized experiences, and the proactive extension of the right opportunities, tools and offers. In turn, consumers can be confident that their data identities will result in the opportunities they deserve.

We make trust possible, so businesses and consumers can transact with confidence and achieve great things. We call this Information for Good®—it’s our purpose, and what drives us every day.

Why Work With Us

Our culture is welcoming, energetic and innovative. There’s an overall synergy that flows throughout TransUnion, creating a sense of unity in knowing that we’re all working to achieve the same overall goal. We’re dedicated to providing opportunities for our people to get involved and stay connected with their colleagues across the globe.

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