Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior SQA Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the quality assurance efforts, ensuring the robustness, scalability, and reliability of our software products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, product managers, and designers, to identify and address potential issues early in the development process. As a Senior SQA Engineer, you will have the opportunity to shape and implement best practices, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our QA processes.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage end-to-end quality assurance efforts for complex software projects, from requirements analysis to release.
- Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate software functionality, performance, and security.
- Collaborate with software engineers and product managers to define and document acceptance criteria and ensure clear communication of testing requirements.
- Perform manual and automated testing, as appropriate, to identify defects, regressions, and areas for improvement.
- Lead efforts to automate testing processes and contribute to the development of an efficient and effective automated testing framework.
- Investigate, document, and track reported defects, working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution.
- Participate in design and code reviews to provide valuable input from a quality perspective.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior SQA engineers, fostering their growth and development.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and methodologies.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure our QA practices remain current and effective.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Proven experience as a Senior SQA Engineer or similar role, with a track record of delivering high-quality software products.
- Strong understanding of software development life cycles, testing methodologies, and QA best practices.
- Proficiency in manual and automated testing techniques and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, JIRA, etc.).
- Experience with API testing, performance testing, security testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, or similar languages.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Leadership abilities and a desire to mentor and guide junior team members.
- Passion for staying updated with industry trends and a commitment to continuous learning.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Opportunity to work on innovative and impactful projects within a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Professional development opportunities and resources to enhance skills and career growth.
- Flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance.