Senior QA Engineer

Rheo AI Pvt. Ltd.; Chennai; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheo AI Pvt. Ltd. in Chennai invites a Senior QA Engineer to join our hybrid work culture and drive high-quality software delivery.

You will design robust test strategies, lead defect management, and mentor junior teammates while collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate product quality and reliability. We seek candidates with strong automation skills (Selenium, JUnit/TestNG), performance testing experience, and ISTQB or similar certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in quality assurance or senior testing role.
• Experience designing test strategies and plans.
• Proficiency in test automation using Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, etc.
• Experience with performance testing and tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Strong knowledge of regression, functional, and integration testing.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• ISTQB or similar certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, plans and cases for complex software projects.
• Lead test execution, identify defects and manage defect lifecycle with developers and stakeholders.
• Design, develop and maintain automated test scripts; mentor junior team members in automation.
• Perform performance and load testing to evaluate scalability and response times.
• Monitor quality metrics and report progress to stakeholders and management.
• Collaborate with IT/DevOps to set up testing environments mirroring production.
• Develop deep product understanding to provide testing insights.
• Work with product managers and developers to ensure clear requirements and alignment.

Job description

- Full-time | Senior level | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India | Hybrid Work Culture

Our Company

Rheo is an industrial AI platform that optimizes operations using sensors and machine learning. By combining AI-driven insights with human expertise, Rheo enhances productivity, minimizes downtime, and improves efficiency. It automates monitoring, identifies risks, and provides actionable guidance, ensuring transparency and collaboration across all levels of manufacturing.

The Opportunity

As a Senior QA Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable, and scalable software solutions. Leveraging your expertise in test automation, performance testing, and defect management, you’ll design and execute robust testing strategies.

This role offers the chance to mentor junior team members, drive best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality. If you’re passionate about cutting-edge testing methodologies, continuous improvement, and making a real impact in a dynamic hybrid work environment, this is your opportunity to excel as a quality leader.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Quality Analyst Engineer or in a similar senior testing role, with at least3 yearsof relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in designing and executing comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases.
• Proficiency in test automation using popular testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, etc.).
• Experience with performance testing and familiarity with tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).
• Solid understanding of various testing methodologies, including regression, functional, and integration testing.
• Strong analytical skills to identify, isolate, and reproduce defects effectively.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities to guide and inspire junior team members.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Continuous learner, passionate about staying updated with the latest testing trends and technologies.
• ISTQB or similar testing certifications are preferred.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

1. Test Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases for complex software projects, ensuring maximum test coverage and adherence to project requirements and timelines.

2. Test Execution and Defect Management:

• Lead the execution of test cases, identify defects, and manage defect lifecycle by closely working with developers and stakeholders to ensure timely resolution.

3. Test Automation:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard test automation frameworks and tools.
• Identify opportunities for test automation and mentor junior team members in automation best practices.

4. Performance and Load Testing:

• Conduct performance and load testing to assess software scalability, stability, and response times under varying workloads.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QA team, including process enhancements, tools evaluation, and the implementation of best practices.

6. Quality Metrics and Reporting:

• Monitor and report key quality metrics to track the overall health of the product and identify areas for improvement.
• Present test results and progress reports to stakeholders and management.

7. Test Environments Management:

• Collaborate with IT and DevOps teams to set up and maintain testing environments that mimic production configurations.
• Identify and communicate potential risks related to software quality, suggesting mitigation strategies to ensure the delivery of high-quality products.

9. Product Expertise:

• Develop an in-depth understanding of the company’s products, their underlying architecture, and business requirements to provide valuable insights during the testing process.

10. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with product managers, software developers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure clear communication and alignment throughout the development and testing lifecycle.