ESDS - Quality Assurance Lead - Manual/Automation Testing

Job Title: QA Engineer Head/ Lead (Automation and Manual Testing) Education: Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. Experience : 7-10 years of Lead experience. Location : Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore. Job Summary : We are looking for a QA Engineer/Lead with 7 to 10 years of experience in Manual and Automation Testing, including expertise in API Testing and Selenium. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring high-quality software delivery through robust testing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing testing best practices. Responsibilities : Test Planning and Execution : - Create and implement test plans, test cases, and strategies for web, mobile, and API testing. - Identify and validate test scenarios from requirements and design specifications. Automation Testing : - Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools like Selenium WebDriver or Cypress. - Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD. Manual Testing : - Conduct detailed exploratory, functional, integration, and regression testing. - Log and track defects in tools like JIRA to ensure timely resolution. API Testing : - Perform API validations using Postman or RestAssured. - Ensure proper API functionality and performance under varied conditions. Collaboration : - Work with developers and stakeholders to understand requirements and mitigate risks. - Actively participate in agile ceremonies and QA discussions. Performance Testing : - Utilize tools like JMeter to assess application performance. Reporting : - Prepare detailed test reports and communicate test results effectively to stakeholders. Required Skills and Qualifications: - Experience: 5-7 years in Manual and Automation Testing. - Automation Tools: Expertise in Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools. - Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java, Python, or JavaScript. - API Testing: Experience with tools like Postman or RestAssured. - Test Management Tools: Familiarity with TestRail, Zephyr, or JIRA. - CI/CD Knowledge: Experience with Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure Pipelines. - Strong understanding of SDLC and STLC in agile environments. Preferred Qualifications: - Exposure to BDD frameworks like Cucumber or SpecFlow. - Experience with Appium for mobile testing. - Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms like BrowserStack. - Knowledge of performance testing tools like k6. Soft Skills: - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Analytical mindset with attention to detail. - Proactive and team oriented. (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: chennai, IN

Posted Date: 5/8/2025