QA Lead

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for desktop applications using Python.
  
• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites to ensure high product quality, reliability, and comprehensive test coverage.
  
• Define and implement test strategies, test plans, and quality assurance processes throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  
• Manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, ensuring seamless integration of automated tests into the release process.
  
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
  
• Analyze test execution results, investigate failures, perform root cause analysis, and work with engineering teams to drive timely issue resolution.
  
• Lead QA activities across multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high quality standards.
  
• Mentor and coach QA engineers, promoting best practices in test automation, quality engineering, and software testing methodologies.
  
• Drive continuous improvements in automation frameworks, testing processes, and overall QA efficiency.
  
• Track quality metrics, prepare test reports, and effectively communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
  

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance, with strong expertise in test automation.
  
• Strong hands-on experience in Python for developing and maintaining automation frameworks.
  
• Proven experience in automating desktop applications across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms.
  
• Strong understanding of test automation frameworks, software testing methodologies, and industry best practices.
  
• Hands-on experience with Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline and Git management.
  
• Experience in creating and executing test strategies, test plans, and test execution reports.
  
• Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, Agile methodologies, and software quality assurance processes.
  
• Good knowledge of operating system fundamentals, including Windows, macOS, and Linux/UNIX.
  
• Excellent analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  
• Demonstrated experience leading QA initiatives and mentoring junior QA engineers.
  

• Exposure to API automation and REST API testing.
  
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps.
  
• Familiarity with cloud-based CI/CD environments.
  
• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts and authentication protocols, including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and Single Sign-On (SSO).
  
• Exposure to performance, security, or accessibility testing.
  
• Experience working with virtualization or remote desktop environments.
  
• ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.
  

Benefits