ESDS - Quality Assurance Lead - Manual/Automation Testing (5-7 yrs)

Responsibilities :

Test Planning and Execution :

- Create and implement test plans, test cases, and strategies for web, mobile, and API testing.

- Identify and validate test scenarios from requirements and design specifications.

Automation Testing :

- Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools like Selenium WebDriver or Cypress.

- Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.

Manual Testing :

- Conduct detailed exploratory, functional, integration, and regression testing.

- Log and track defects in tools like JIRA to ensure timely resolution.

API Testing :

- Perform API validations using Postman or RestAssured.

- Ensure proper API functionality and performance under varied conditions.

Collaboration :

- Work with developers and stakeholders to understand requirements and mitigate risks.

- Actively participate in agile ceremonies and QA discussions.

Performance Testing :

- Utilize tools like JMeter to assess application performance.

Reporting :

- Prepare detailed test reports and communicate test results effectively to stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

- Experience : 5-7 years in Manual and Automation Testing.

- Automation Tools : Expertise in Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools.

- Programming Languages : Proficiency in Java, Python, or JavaScript.

- API Testing : Experience with tools like Postman or RestAssured.

- Test Management Tools : Familiarity with TestRail, Zephyr, or JIRA.

- CI/CD Knowledge : Experience with Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure Pipelines.

- Strong understanding of SDLC and STLC in agile environments.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Exposure to BDD frameworks like Cucumber or SpecFlow.

- Experience with Appium for mobile testing.

- Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms like BrowserStack.

- Knowledge of performance testing tools like k6.

Soft Skills :

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

- Proactive and team oriented