Seeking a QA Lead / Analyst to provide QA support for multiple projects.
Daily Tasks Performed :
Strategic and Planning Tasks :
1. Defining Quality Metrics : Establishing quality standards and metrics for the project
2. Test Strategy Development : Creating and refining test strategies, including automation and manual testing plans
3. Sprint Planning : Participating in sprint planning meetings to ensure QA tasks are well-integrated
4. Risk Management : Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation plans
Execution Tasks :
1. Test Case Development : Writing and reviewing test cases and test scripts
2. Test Execution : Conducting various types of testing (e.g., unit, functional, performance, stress, acceptance)
3. Bug Tracking and Reporting : Logging defects, tracking their resolution, and ensuring they are fixed
4. Automation : Implementing and maintaining automated test scripts
Collaboration and Communication :
1. Daily Standups : Attending daily standup meetings to report on QA status and blockers
2. Stakeholder Communication : Regularly updating stakeholders on QA progress and quality metrics
3. Team Coordination : Coordinating with developers, product owners, and other team members to ensure quality is maintained throughout the development lifecycle
Continuous Improvement :
1. Process Improvement : Continuously evaluating and improving QA processes and tools
2. Training and Mentoring : Providing guidance and training to junior QA team members
Position Success Criteria -
1. Extensive Experience in QA
- At least 7-10 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance, with a significant portion in a lead role
2. Strong Understanding of Agile Methodologies :
- Proven experience working in Agile environments, including familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile frameworks
3. Technical Proficiency :
- Proficiency in test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java)
- Experience with Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI / CD) pipelines
4. Leadership and Communication Skills :
- Strong leadership abilities to guide and mentor QA team members
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
5. Automotive Industry Knowledge :
- Understanding of automotive industry standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 26262, ASPICE).
- Experience with testing automotive software systems, such as embedded systems and infotainment
6. Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills :
- Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex issues related to software quality
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving