QA Lead – Mid-Level

Aufait Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Calicut; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Calicut is seeking a Lead QA Specialist to oversee testing across multiple software projects. Responsibilities include defining test plans, managing automation frameworks, and ensuring high-quality releases. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Computer Science and strong proficiency in testing tools and methodologies. Join the team to contribute to innovative software solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of SDLC and STLC processes with Agile methodologies.
• Experience with both manual and automated testing.
• Able to manage and execute test management tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee testing activities across software projects.
• Define test plans, cases, and acceptance criteria.
• Design and maintain automation testing frameworks.
• Track defects and coordinate fixes with teams.
• Establish key quality metrics for testing processes.
• Document test cases and QA processes efficiently.

Skills

Strong understanding of SDLC/STLC

Hands-on experience with manual and automated testing

Proficiency in test management tools

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines

Experience in API testing

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Education

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

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Playwright

TestRail

Zephyr

Postman

REST-assured

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Job description

• Lead QA Activities: Oversee testing across multiple software development projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality releases.
• Test Strategy & Planning: Define test plans, test cases, and acceptance criteria based on business and technical requirements.
• Automation Ownership: Design and maintain automation frameworks using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Defect Management: Track bugs, prioritize fixes, and coordinate with development teams.
• Quality Metrics: Establish KPIs for test coverage, defect density, and test cycle efficiency.
• Documentation: Maintain clear documentation for test cases, test results, and QA processes.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of SDLC/STLC and Agile methodologies
• Hands‑on experience with manual and automated testing
• Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., TestRail, Zephyr)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Experience in API testing using Postman or REST‑assured
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

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