Senior QA Engineer/Lead Tester (6-10 Yrs)

GSSTech Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Senior QA Engineer / Lead Tester with 6–10 years of experience, ideally in the banking domain. The successful candidate will lead test strategies, mentor junior testers, and ensure software quality. This onsite role based in Dubai requires strong expertise in manual and automation testing methodologies, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of QA/testing experience, ideally in the banking domain.
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute comprehensive test plans for software quality.
• Manage test strategies for complex projects.
• Mentor junior testers and drive process improvements.

Skills

Manual testing

Automation testing methodologies

API testing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Tools

Selenium

UFT

Postman

SoapUI

JIRA

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior QA Engineer / Lead Tester with 6–10 years of experience, preferably in the banking domain. The role involves leading and executing comprehensive test plans, ensuring software quality, and collaborating closely with development and business teams.

You will manage test strategies for complex projects, mentor junior testers, and drive process improvements. This is an onsite position based in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 6–10 years of QA/testing experience, with mandatory banking domain experience.
• Strong expertise in manual and automation testing methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, UFT, or similar.
• Proficiency in writing and executing complex test cases and test scripts.
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI).
• Solid understanding of SDLC, STLC, and defect management processes.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like JIRA.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to coordinate with cross‑functional teams.