Test Lead - Functional Testing

HCL Technologies Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a Test Lead for Functional Testing to plan, deploy, and manage testing efforts ensuring client and internal quality standards.

The role emphasizes thorough testing processes to achieve high-quality deliverables and customer satisfaction. ISTQB or automation certification is a plus, with broader expertise across automated testing and data validation.

Qualifications

• Experience with functional testing concepts and methodologies.
• Proficiency in test automation tools and scripting (Selenium, TestNG).
• Strong ability to develop test plans, strategies and frameworks.
• Familiarity with performance testing tools and techniques.
• Good knowledge of database testing and data validation practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in functional and technical discussions with clients and team members, preparing automated test scripts and maintaining the test case suite.
• Develop and enhance automated tests aligned with new system features, creating work plans and monitoring schedules for timely delivery.
• Design and implement scalable test automation frameworks, develop test strategies and plans, manage test data, and prepare status reports to mitigate risks.
• Mentor QA engineers in leveraging the testing framework and improving their technical skills.

Skills

Functional testing

Test automation tools

Test planning & frameworks

Performance testing

Database testing & data validation

Analytical & problem-solving

Tools

Selenium

TestNG

Job description

Job Summary

The Test Lead for Functional Testing is responsible for planning, deploying, and managing the testing efforts for project modules to ensure compliance with both client and internal quality standards. This role emphasizes the importance of thorough testing processes in achieving high-quality deliverables and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Participate In Functional And Technical Discussions With Clients And Team Members, Utilizing Knowledge Of Functional Testing To Understand Specifications And Highlight Performance Concerns While Preparing Automated Test Scripts And Maintaining The Test Case Suite.
• 2. Develop And Continuously Enhance Automated Tests In Line With New System Features And Improvements, Creating Effective Work Plans And Monitoring Schedules To Ensure Timely Delivery In Accordance With Defined Quality Standards.
• 3. Design And Implement Scalable Test Automation Frameworks, Develop Comprehensive Test Strategies And Plans, Manage Test Data, And Prepare Status Reports To Mitigate Risks And Address Project Escalations Proactively.
• 4. Mentor And Guide Qa Engineers In Leveraging The Testing Framework, Enhancing Their Technical Skills To Boost Productivity And Foster A Collaborative Working Environment.

Skill Requirements

• 1. Strong Understanding Of Functional Testing Concepts And Methodologies
• 2. Proficiency In Test Automation Tools And Scripting (E.G., Selenium, Testng)
• 3. Solid Experience In Developing Test Plans, Strategies, And Frameworks
• 4. Familiarity With Performance Testing Tools And Techniques
• 5. Good Knowledge Of Database Testing And Data Validation Practices
• 6. Excellent Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills

Other Requirements

• 1. Istqb Certified Tester (Foundation Level) Is Optional But Valuable
• 2. Certification In Test Automation (E.G., Certified Selenium Tester) Is Optional But Valuable

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026totaled $14.8billion.