Lead QA Engineer
– Full-time | Senior level | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India | Hybrid Work Culture
Our Company
Rheo is an industrial AI platform that optimizes operations using sensors and machine learning. By combining AI-driven insights with human expertise, Rheo enhances productivity, minimizes downtime, and improves efficiency. It automates monitoring, identifies risks, and provides actionable guidance, ensuring transparency and collaboration across all levels of manufacturing.
The Opportunity
As a Lead QA Engineer, you’ll take charge of ensuring the highest quality standards for our software products. You’ll lead a talented team of QA engineers, design comprehensive test strategies, and drive automation initiatives to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.
This role offers the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and shape the future of our QA processes. If you’re passionate about quality assurance, thrive in leadership roles, and want to make a significant impact in a dynamic, hybrid work environment, this is your opportunity to grow and excel.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Quality Analyst Engineer or in a similar lead testing role, with at least 6 years of relevant experience, with a focus on leadership and team management.
- Strong expertise in designing and executing comprehensive test strategies, test plans, and test cases.
- Proficiency in test automation using popular testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, etc.).
- Experience with performance testing and familiarity with tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).
- Solid understanding of various testing methodologies, including regression, functional, and integration testing.
- Strong analytical skills to identify, isolate, and reproduce defects effectively.
- Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities to guide and inspire junior team members.
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
- Continuous learner, passionate about staying updated with the latest testing trends and technologies.
- ISTQB or similar testing certifications are preferred.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
1. Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of QA engineers.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to team members.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
2. Quality Assurance Strategy:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive QA strategy that aligns with overall business objectives.
- Define and enforce QA processes and standards.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and incorporate them into the QA strategy.
3. Test Planning and Execution:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and specifications. Create detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
- Execute manual and automated tests to ensure the functionality, performance, and security of software applications.
4. Automation Testing:
- Drive the implementation of automation testing where applicable.
- Select and implement appropriate testing tools and frameworks.
- Continuously enhance and maintain automated test suites.
5. Defect Management:
- Identify, document, and track defects through their lifecycle.
- Work closely with development teams to facilitate timely defect resolution.
6. Performance and Load Testing:
- Design and execute performance and load testing to ensure software scalability and reliability.
7. Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate effectively with development, product management, and other cross-functional teams.
- Communicate QA status, issues, and risks to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
8. Continuous Improvement:
- Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.
- Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QA team.
9. Product Expertise:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the company’s products, their underlying architecture, and business requirements to provide valuable insights during the testing process.
10. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with product managers, software developers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure clear communication and alignment throughout the development and testing lifecycle.