Tech Lead - QA Manual and Automation Tester

American IT Systems • Alpharetta, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role the candidate will be responsible for ensuring high-quality software delivery by leveraging strong technical expertise and a meticulous approach to quality assurance. This is a long-term contract position located onsite in Alpharetta, GA.

Requirements

• Experience in software testing
• Knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
• Experience in software development, quality assurance, and test automation.
• Experience in Java, Selenium & Playwright
• API testing, Agile, Jira
• Strong proficiency in Java programming language, with hands-on experience in designing and implementing test automation frameworks and libraries.
• expertise in Selenium WebDriver for web application testing, including page object model (POM) design patterns and browser automation.
• Experience with API testing frameworks such as Rest Assured, Postman, or SOAPUI and proficiency in testing RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Solid understanding of database concepts, SQL querying, and experience in database testing using JDBC or similar libraries.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and drive resolution in a collaborative team environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership experience, including leading teams, managing projects, and driving technical initiatives to successful completion.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g. ISTQB, Java certifications) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead consulting projects and engagements serving as the primary point of contact for clients and providing strategic guidance on testing strategies, automation frameworks, and quality assurance processes.
• Architect, design, and implement robust test automation solutions using Java, Selenium, and API testing frameworks to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of software applications.
• Develop tests that validate application behaviour across multiple browsers and devices, leveraging Playwright's capabilities for browser automation.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites for API endpoints and database interactions, leveraging tools and libraries such as Rest Assured and JDBC.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, QA engineers, and project managers, to define testing requirements, establish best practices, and drive continuous improvement in software quality.
• Design and implement automated tests using Playwright for web applications to ensure functionality, performance, and usability.
• Conduct code reviews, performance optimizations, and troubleshooting to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of test automation scripts and frameworks.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants and team members, providing technical guidance, sharing knowledge, and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in software testing and quality assurance, and apply relevant methodologies and tools to enhance testing processes and practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree