QA Test Lead

Zensar; India; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Zensar is seeking a QA Test Lead to drive quality across the testing lifecycle, establishing best practices and owning testing initiatives. The role emphasizes API testing, data validation, and automation within an Agile environment.

Responsibilities include leadership of QA activities, risk mitigation, and collaboration with Product, Development, and Business teams to ensure quality delivery. Strong ownership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in API testing, both manual and automated.
• Proficient in functional and non-functional testing.
• Strong SQL and database validation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end QA activities including planning, execution, reporting, and release sign-off.
• Own quality outcomes and mitigate risks.
• Design, execute, and automate API tests.

Skills

API testing

Functional testing

Non-functional testing

SQL validation

GitHub automation

Test automation frameworks

CI/CD

Agile delivery

Tools

GitHub

Job description

We are seeking a QA Test Lead who can drive quality across the testing lifecycle, establish best practices, and lead testing initiatives with strong ownership and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end QA activities, including planning, execution, reporting, and release sign-off.
• Own quality outcomes and proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Design, execute, and automate API tests.
• Plan and perform Non-Functional Testing (Performance, Load, Stress, and Scalability).
• Validate application data using SQL queries and database testing techniques.
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts managed through GitHub.
• Drive testing best practices, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor team members and provide technical leadership on testing strategies.
• Collaborate with Product, Development, and Business teams to ensure quality delivery.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in API Testing (Manual & Automation).
• Hands-on experience with Functional and Non-Functional Testing.
• Strong SQL and database validation skills.
• Experience managing and executing test automation scripts via GitHub.
• Knowledge of test automation frameworks and CI/CD practices.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Key Competencies

• Strong Ownership and accountability.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to take Initiative and drive improvements.
• Proven experience as a Test Lead or Senior QA leading testing activities.
• Strong understanding of Quality Engineering and Testing Best Practices.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Positive attitude with a collaborative, results-oriented approach.

Preferred

• Experience with Performance Testing tools.
• ISTQB or relevant QA certifications.
• Experience in enterprise-scale application testing.

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We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.