Senior Test Lead - Java, Linux, Python, C++

HCLTech; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited in California seeks a Senior Test Lead to drive quality across Java/Linux/Python/C++ embedded projects. You will design comprehensive test plans, mentor QA engineers, and collaborate with clients and teams to optimize testing environments and automation.

You will lead automation efforts with Python-based frameworks, oversee automated scripts, and help advance testing methodologies and performance considerations for embedded systems.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python with a solid understanding of testing frameworks such as Pytest or Unittest.
• In-depth knowledge of automated testing methodologies and tools.
• Strong understanding of embedded Linux testing and performance considerations.
• Familiarity with C++ for validating embedded systems and applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address testing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients and team members to participate in functional and technical discussions, understand design specifications, identify performance concerns, and ensure appropriate test environments using Python-based testing frameworks are maintained and optimized.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in testing methodologies and tools, implementing best practices in Python and automation frameworks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.
• Oversee the creation and execution of automated test scripts using Python and relevant libraries, ensuring consistency and alignment with quality standards to minimize exposure to defects.
• Develop and mentor QA engineers in the effective use of the Python testing framework, enhancing their technical capabilities and increasing team productivity.

Skills

Python testing

Automated testing

Embedded Linux testing

C++ embedded

Analytical skills

Tools

Pytest

Unittest

Automation frameworks

Job description

Career Opportunities: Senior Test Lead - Java, Linux, Python, C++ (184258)

Requisition ID184258-Posted11/05/2026

The Senior Test Lead plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of software products through the development and execution of comprehensive test plans. This position collaborates closely with project stakeholders to define testing scope, goals, and deliverables, ultimately driving improvements in testing methodologies and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Collaborate With Clients And Team Members To Participate In Functional And Technical Discussions, Understanding Design Specifications, Identifying Performance Concerns, And Ensuring Appropriate Test Environments Using Python-Based Testing Frameworks Are Maintained And Optimized.
• 2. Identify Opportunities For Process Improvement In Testing Methodologies And Tools, Implementing Best Practices In Python And Automation Frameworks To Enhance The Efficiency And Effectiveness Of The Testing Process.
• 3. Oversee The Creation And Execution Of Automated Test Scripts Using Python And Relevant Libraries, Ensuring Consistency And Alignment With Quality Standards To Minimize Exposure To Defects.
• 4. Develop And Mentor Qa Engineers In The Effective Use Of The Python Testing Framework, Enhancing Their Technical Capabilities And Increasing Team Productivity.

Skill Requirements

• 1. Proficient In Python With A Solid Understanding Of Testing Frameworks Such As Pytest Or Unittest.
• 2. In-Depth Knowledge Of Automated Testing Methodologies And Tools.
• 3. Strong Understanding Of Embedded Linux Testing And Performance Considerations.
• 4. Familiarity With C++ For Validating Embedded Systems And Applications.
• 5. Excellent Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills To Identify And Address Testing Challenges.

Other Requirements

1. Optional But Valuable Certifications: Certified Software Tester (Cste), Istqb Advanced Level Test Manager.