Innovitics is now hiring for a Software QA Team Lead to join its fast-growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who takes the overall responsibilities to manage the software projects and plays an important role in the successful completion of the projects. Responsibilities:
Develop and implement testing strategies, plans, and processes.
Define test objectives, scope, and resource requirements.
Oversee the creation of test cases and test scripts.
Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
Lead and mentor the QA team, providing guidance and support.
Ensure thorough testing of software applications, including functional, regression, performance, and security testing.
Establish and manage defect tracking processes.
Facilitate communication between QA and development teams regarding defects and issues.
Define quality metrics to assess the effectiveness of testing efforts.
Report on testing progress, quality status, and areas for improvement to stakeholders.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in QA.
Stay updated with industry trends and new testing tools/technologies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to ensure quality throughout the development lifecycle.
Manage team resources, including workload distribution and performance evaluations.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
6+ years of experience in QA/testing roles, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership position.
Proven experience with various testing methodologies and tools.
Proficiency in automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
Familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Java, Python) for test automation.
Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Attention to detail and ability to think critically about software quality.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong leadership and team-building skills & experience in mentoring and developing team members.
Certifications such as ISTQB, CSTE, or others related to quality assurance are a plus.
