Senior Functional Tester

HCL Technologies Limited; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

HCLTech, a global technology company, seeks a Senior Functional Tester in Santa Clara, CA. The role focuses on ensuring software quality through rigorous functional testing, aligning with client requirements and quality standards.

You will collaborate with development teams and stakeholders to enhance product functionality and deliver reliable results. Responsibilities include creating/reviewing test cases, executing tests, contributing to test plans, tracking coverage and defects, and

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of functional testing methodologies and best practices.
• Proficiency in creating and executing test cases from specifications.
• Familiarity with test management tools for tracking metrics.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with teams and clients.
• Basic knowledge of defect tracking processes and tools.

Responsibilities

• Create and review test cases from functional specs and requirements.
• Execute functional tests per test plans and cases; ensure quality standards.
• Contribute to test plans with insights from testing experience.
• Track test coverage and quality metrics; publish progress reports.
• Coordinate with team and interact with clients for updates and feedback.

Skills

Functional testing

Test case design

Test management tools

Communication skills

Defect tracking

Education

Istqb Foundation Level

Certified Software Tester (Cste)

Job description

The Senior Functional Tester plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of software products through meticulous functional testing. This position emphasizes the importance of adhering to quality standards while testing software code, aligning with client requirements to deliver high-quality outcomes. The Senior Functional Tester collaborates closely with development teams and stakeholders, contributing significantly to the testing process and enhancing product functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Create And Review Test Cases Based On Functional Specifications And Software Requirement Specifications, Ensuring Comprehensive Coverage Of Requirements.
• 2. Execute Functional Testing As Per The Established Test Plans And Respective Test Cases, Identifying Any Discrepancies And Ensuring Adherence To Quality Standards.
• 3. Contribute To The Development Of Test Plans By Providing Insights Based On Assigned Work And Previous Testing Experiences, Ensuring Alignment With Project Objectives.
• 4. Track Test Coverage, Defect Density, And Other Relevant Quality Metrics, And Publish Detailed Progress Reports To Communicate Findings And Status Updates.
• 5. Coordinate With Team Members For Discussions On Testing Strategies And Interact With Clients To Provide Updates And Gather Feedback On Testing Outcomes.

Skill Requirements

• 1. Strong Understanding Of Functional Testing Methodologies And Best Practices
• 2. Proficiency In Creating And Executing Test Cases Based On Specifications
• 3. Familiarity With Test Management Tools For Tracking And Reporting Metrics
• 4. Good Communication Skills For Coordinating With Teams And Interacting With Clients
• 5. Basic Knowledge Of Defect Tracking Processes And Tools

Other Requirements

• 1. Optional But Valuable Certifications: Istqb Foundation Level, Certified Software Tester (Cste)

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.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate's pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.