Lead Software Quality Engineer

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Job Overview

The Lead Software Quality Engineer at Cordial will spearhead the quality assurance processes across our software development projects. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality in our products, developing and implementing testing strategies, and leading a team of quality engineers. Your keen attention to detail will contribute to the identification and resolution of issues early in the development cycle, ultimately driving customer satisfaction and product excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and automated test scripts.
• Lead and mentor a team of quality engineers, providing guidance and support for their tasks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and developers, to define testing requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Identify, document, and track defects, ensuring they are well communicated and resolved in a timely manner.
• Implement best practices in testing and quality assurance, contributing to the continuous improvement of processes.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and define testing metrics to measure product quality metrics.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to improve testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in software quality assurance or related fields, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proficient in various testing methodologies, including functional, regression, performance, and automated testing.
• Experience with test automation tools such as Selenium, QTP, or similar frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations.

Technologies & Tools

The Lead Software Quality Engineer will utilize a range of technologies and tools including but not limited to automation testing frameworks such as Selenium and JUnit, CI/CD tools like Jenkins and CircleCI, bug tracking tools such as JIRA, and performance testing tools like LoadRunner. Familiarity with programming languages including Java, Python, or JavaScript will also be essential for effective automation script development.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates will possess a strong passion for quality assurance coupled with a proactive and collaborative spirit. They will demonstrate leadership capabilities, effectively mentoring others while fostering a culture of quality within their teams. A problem-solving mindset, coupled with the ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously, will serve them well in this role. Additionally, candidates should be adaptable and open to adopting new tools and processes to continuously enhance the quality assurance practices at Cordial.