Senior Lead Engineer

Guardian Life; Gurgaon; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Life is hiring an Insurance Domain QE Lead Engineer to drive end-to-end testing, mentor the QE team, and advance automation using Selenium with Java and API tools. You will collaborate with BAs, developers, and stakeholders to ensure robust insurance software systems across the SDLC, including UAT support and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 6–8 years in software testing, strong automation skills, and familiarity with Agile/Scrum, XML/DB testing, and JIRA.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of software testing experience, preferably in insurance.
• Hands-on automation with Selenium (Java), Rest Assured and Postman.
• Experience in API automation testing and framework development.
• Familiar with XML and Database testing, and JIRA usage.
• ISTQB or equivalent certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end QE activities for the project and mentor the QE team.
• Design, execute, and document test cases; identify and track defects.
• Develop and enhance automation frameworks; drive test planning.
• Coordinate with BAs, developers, and stakeholders for quality releases.
• Support UAT, risk analysis, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Selenium Java

API Automation

QA Leadership

Agile/Scrum

Communication

Mentoring

Education

B.Tech/B.E or MCA

Tools

Postman

Rest Assured

Automation Framework

XML Tools

DB Testing

Jenkins

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Insurance Domain Techno Automation QE Lead Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of software testing methodologies coupled with expertise in insurance industry processes, and products. As a Test Automation Lead you will collaborate closely with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure the quality and reliability of insurance software systems using manual and automation testing. Your responsibilities will include designing, executing, and documenting test cases, identifying defects, and verifying fixes. You will also participate in requirement analysis, contribute to test planning activities, and support user acceptance testing. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The role requires excellent communication skills, automation skills (selenium & Java), attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.You will be responsible for leading the end to end QE efforts for the project and need to mentor and coach the QE team, to ensure the productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and functional specifications.
• Understand and create reusable utilities and libraries at the framework level.
• Understand the existing automation framework code and then build on top of it, as per the new enhancements.
• Deep practical knowledge and ability to work with automation tools like Selenium (with Java), Rest Assured & Postman is a must.
• Understand the existing API automation framework and then build on top of it, as per the new enhancements.
• Good working experience in XML and Database testing.
• Design and execute test cases based on business requirements and user stories.
• Able to work on the testing of sprint stories and figure out regression test cases out of them, which can be automated.
• Performing all applicable SDLC activities for the work items assigned including requirement analysis, impact analysis and effort estimations.
• Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Verify defect fixes and ensure that software meets quality standards and acceptance criteria.
• Participate in requirement analysis and contribute to test planning and estimation activities.
• Support user acceptance testing and assist in troubleshooting issues reported by end-users.
• Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Proactive, Self-motivated and ability to work on his/her individual capacity.
• Effective reporting capabilities on daily/weekly status.

Requirements

• B.Tech/B.E in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field/MCA.
• 6-8 years of experience in software testing, preferably in the insurance domain.
• Hand On experience in automation tools like Selenium (with Java), Rest Assured & Postman is a must.
• Hand On experience in API automation testing is a must.
• Should be able to create automation framework & should be able to implement an automation solution wherever required.
• Experience with test management tools & defect management tools like JIRA.
• Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies, techniques, and best practices.
• Hands on experience with XML and Database testing is a must.
• Experience in Mobile Testing is an added advantage.
• Understanding of insurance industry processes, products, and regulations is good to have.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as JIRA. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Relevant certifications such as ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent, CSM, Safe agile are a plus.

Location

This position can be based in any of the following locations:

• Chennai
• Gurgaon