Lead Architect

Area(s) of responsibility

Job Summary:
We are looking for a Senior QA Lead to spearhead quality assurance efforts in a large-scale Application Modernization project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QA methodologies, leadership skills, and a proven track record of ensuring high-quality software delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies tailored to Application Modernization projects.
• Lead and manage QA teams, including onshore and offshore resources, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
• Oversee the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define quality standards and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to software quality and project timelines.
• Conduct root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to Agile or Waterfall methodologies, depending on project requirements.
• Provide regular updates and reports on QA progress, metrics, and outcomes to project leadership.
• Stay updated with industry trends and tools to continuously improve QA processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud-based environments and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of API testing tools like Ready API, Postman or RestAssured.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior QA team members.
• ISTQB certification or equivalent is a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Application Modernization projects.
• Experience with automation and performance testing tools like Selenium, JMeter, or similar.