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As a Software QA Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality of our software while leading a team of Software QA Engineers across multiple projects. This role requires at least 9 years of relevant experience in software testing and development. As a Software QA Lead, you will be responsible for developing comprehensive test plans and strategies tailored to each project’s requirements. Your leadership will be pivotal in managing and prioritizing testing activities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely delivery of results. Reporting directly to the QA Manager, you will monitor test progress and outcomes, providing clear and concise reports to stakeholders.
Beyond managing day-to-day QA operations, you will champion continuous improvement initiatives within the QA team, promoting best practices and fostering a culture of excellence. Your role will also involve mentoring and conducting knowledge transfer sessions to empower team members and promote professional growth. To excel in this role, you must stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in software testing, applying this knowledge to drive innovation and efficiency within our QA processes.
Job Responsibilities
Understand and analyze business requirements and specifications
Define appropriate test plan and test strategy
Plan, estimate and prioritize testing activities
Create comprehensive test scenarios, test cases and test data
Create a comprehensive proof of tests
Identify, record, and document defects accurately and correctly
Track reported defects and discuss and collaborate with the engineering and product team
Perform UI, sanity, functional, regression, component, and end-to-end testing
Track and provide an accurate status report of all testing activities
Conduct QA Review of test cases and test results to ensure the quality of team deliverable and 100% test coverage
Collaborate with the QA team to Identify initiatives for process standardization, best practices and continuous improvement
Collaborate with the development or product team to discuss concerns, clarify issues, etc
Explore and create Proof Of Concept on testing tools, testing methodologies, etc.
Conduct risk, impact and root cause analysis
Monitor and guide the QA team all throughout the testing activities such as: finding the root cause of a defect, identifying testing strategy, etc.
Ensure that the content of all testing documents are up-to-date
Act as Point of Contact for changes in requirements, clarifications, etc. to assigned projects
Conduct KT sessions to juniors/new joiners/colleagues
Inspire and challenge the QA team to set a can-do attitude
Mentor and guide the QA team for their growth professionally
Participate in the performance reviews of colleagues in the project under test
Be involved in the screening of QA Applicants
Requirements
Technical Requirements
9+ years experience in software testing and development
3+ years experience as a software QA lead
Proven experience of mobile and web quality testing and product release
Able to quickly learn custom development frameworks and new technologies
Solid experience of Agile software development and other software methodologies
Hands-on experience in: Requirements analysis, Test planning, Test designing, Test case detailing and Defect tracking
Extensive experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases
Extensive experience in defect reporting, tracking and management
Extensive experience in testing web and mobile applications
Experience working with database operations
Experience working with API calls
Experience in working with different test frameworks such as BDD, TDD, etc
Experience working with various testing and test management tools (e.g. Azure, TestRail, Qase, etc)
Experience working with various database operation tools (e.g. MS SQL, My SQL, Mongo DB, etc)
Experience working with various project management tools (e.g. JIRA, Azure, etc)
Experience working with various defect tracking tools (e.g. JIRA, Azure, etc)
Able to work on change in requirements and short deadlines under minimum supervision
Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes
Quick understanding of the functionality of the application under test
Extensive knowledge and experience on the different types of testing such as manual, functional, integration, regression, smoke, sanity, UI, cross browser, security, performance, black box, white box, etc.
Extensive knowledge of the SDLC and STLC
Out of the box thinking to test and break the application under test
Experience with any automated and / or performance test tools is a plus
Degree in computer science, information technology or relevant field a plus
Non Technical Requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Critical thinker and detail-oriented
Time Management & Organization Skills
Can work under minimal supervision and committed to deliver what is required
GREAT Attitude: An attitude to ‘test to break’, detail orientation, willingness to learn (tools, processes, methods) and suggest process improvements
Drive/Passion (goal getter and self-starter)
Managerial Requirements
Clear understanding of the needs of the business
Able to elaborate and explain testing estimates, testing strategies and techniques used by the team
Able to identify critical and non critical tests, as well as technical limitations
Able to report on test and team progress concisely and informatively
Able to mentor, guide and inspire colleagues
Benefits
Work from Anywhere Setup
Note: This is a hybrid-Work From Home opportunity. Regular in-person meetings may be scheduled for key projects and deliverables.
About Anytime Mailbox
Anytime Mailbox, a worldwide trailblazer in the virtual mailbox industry, enables individuals, small businesses, content creators, and digital nomads to establish a real street address with a mailbox at over 2,200 locations across the planet. A virtual mailbox eliminates having to be at a physical location to get postal mail while ensuring you’ll never miss your mail. With our easy-to-use app, clients can view and manage their postal mail & packages from anywhere in the world and decide whether they want their mail forwarded, scanned, shredded, or thrown away.
We are genuinely decentralized. Embracing work at home since 2013, we appreciate the value of a flexible schedule and work-life balance. We trust our team members to achieve our common goals that have enabled consistent, rapid promotion from within, long-term relationships, and 100% job satisfaction. Because we are at the starting point of our clients’ endeavors, our diverse team members enjoy a shared sense of excitement in solution building. Want to join a team enabling our clients to achieve their dreams?
Our Culture
Our company culture is focused on creating a sense of family within our team. We believe that by fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, our employees are better able to thrive and achieve their goals. From company-wide events and team-building activities to daily check-ins and one-on-one meetings, we prioritize open communication and support for our team members.
We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, regardless of their background or experience. Our commitment to diversity and inclusivity extends beyond just hiring practices – we work to ensure that our culture and policies reflect our values and promote a sense of belonging for all.
If you’re looking for a workplace that feels like family, where you can work with a team that supports and uplifts each other, then we encourage you to apply today. Let’s work together to create a workplace culture that fosters growth, collaboration, and success for all.
Apply today and let’s see how we can work together to achieve great things!
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