We are seeking a seasoned QA Lead to oversee and drive both manual and automated testing processes, ensuring high-quality software delivery. The ideal candidate will also have hands-on experience in performance testing using tools like LoadRunner or JMeter, as well as security testing practices. As a QA Lead, you will lead the QA team, define test strategies, and work cross-functionally to identify and resolve issues early in the development cycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the QA team across manual, automation, and non-functional testing
Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts
Coordinate and execute manual testing for functional, regression, and exploratory test cases
Plan and perform performance testing using LoadRunner, JMeter, or equivalent tools
Oversee or execute security testing to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and DevOps to integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines
Ensure test coverage, traceability, and alignment with business requirements
Track and report testing progress, defect metrics, and quality KPIs
Define and implement best practices for testing processes, documentation, and tools
Mentor junior QA engineers and participate in resource planning
Required Qualifications:
Strong experience in both manual and automation testing in web/mobile environments
Proficiency in automation tools such as Selenium, TestNG, Postman, or similar
Hands-on experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner
Knowledge of security testing principles and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
Experience in test case management tools (e.g., TestRail, Zephyr) and defect tracking (e.g., Jira)
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and integrating automated tests into pipelines
Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities
