Lead QA Engineer | Dubai, UAE

Reluna; Dubai; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Lead QA Engineer to revolutionize the wealth management sector. This role offers the chance to shape the testing culture at a fast-growing startup, where you will define QA strategies, lead a globally distributed team, and ensure the highest software quality standards. You will work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate closely with development teams to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines. If you're passionate about quality assurance and eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software testing, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in test automation and performance testing.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement a comprehensive QA strategy.
• Lead and mentor a distributed QA team for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards.

Skills

Test Automation

Performance Testing

Security Testing

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Relevant Certifications in QA

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Postman

Jenkins

Docker

Job description

Reluna is revolutionizing wealth management with a cutting-edge, data-driven platform. Leveraging a robust API engine, advanced automation, and a scalable architecture, we simplify complex tasks-such as data integration, trading, reporting, and compliance-making them fast, seamless, and accurate for our clients.

As we prepare to onboard our first clients and scale operations, we are seeking an experienced Lead QA Engineer to drive our quality assurance strategy, ensure high standards of software testing, and champion best practices across our engineering teams.

In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining the reliability, security, and performance of our platform. Leading a globally distributed QA team, you will develop test strategies, automate testing processes, and work closely with developers to uphold the highest software quality standards.

This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled QA professional to shape the testing culture at a fast-growing startup.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and implement a comprehensive QA strategy, ensuring alignment with business and engineering goals.
• Establish and oversee end-to-end testing processes, including functional, regression, performance, and security testing.
• Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks to increase efficiency and test coverage.
• Lead and mentor a distributed QA team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with development, product, and DevOps teams to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines and improve release cycles.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards and best practices in QA.
• Identify, document, and track software defects, collaborating with engineers to resolve issues efficiently.
• Continuously assess and improve QA tools, methodologies, and workflows.

Tech Stack:

• Test Automation: Selenium, Cypress, Python, Allure, Playwright, JUnit, TestNG
• Backend Testing: Postman, REST Assured, JMeter, WireMock
• Frontend Testing: Jest, Mocha, Chai, Jasmine
• Cloud & Infrastructure: Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker
• CI/CD & DevOps: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Terraform, ArgoCD

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: 7+ years in software testing, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior QA role.
• Technical Expertise: Strong background in test automation, performance testing, and security testing.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and grow QA teams, fostering a culture of quality.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, especially in production environments.
• Collaboration: Experience working with engineering and product teams to align QA with development cycles.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with a proactive approach to quality.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience in wealth management, fintech, or similar industries.
• Hands-on experience with AI-driven testing or test automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum and/or DevOps methodologies.
• Russian language at working professional capacity is an advantage

Why Join Reluna?

At Reluna, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team passionate about redefining the wealth management space. We value initiative, innovation, and collaboration. As a key part of our engineering team, you'll have the opportunity to drive impactful solutions and work with cutting-edge technology.

How to Apply

Please submit your updated CV in English. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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