Description :
We are seeking an experienced Manual Testing Lead to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of high-quality software testing processes.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in test management, requirement analysis, and defect tracking, along with a strong ability to lead and mentor a team of testers.
This role requires a proactive professional who ensures that applications meet business requirements, performance standards, and user expectations before release.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and manage a team of manual testers throughout the project lifecycle.
- Analyze business and functional requirements to design comprehensive test strategies and test cases.
- Review test plans, test cases, and test scripts for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinate with development, product management, and QA teams to ensure smooth delivery.
- Identify, document, and track defects using bug-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla, or Azure DevOps).
- Execute different levels of testing : Functional, Integration, Regression, UAT, and System testing.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and QA processes.
- Provide accurate testing estimates, timelines, and progress reports to stakeholders.
- Drive root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Mentor junior QA engineers, promote best testing practices, and facilitate knowledge sharing.
- Participate in project retrospectives and process improvement initiatives.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.6- 8 years of experience in software testing, with at least 2- 3 years in a lead role.Strong knowledge of SDLC, STLC, and defect life cycle.Hands-on experience in creating and executing detailed test cases.Proficiency in test management and defect-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestLink, Zephyr).Good understanding of web and mobile application testing.Experience in cross-browser and cross-platform testing.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.Exposure to Agile / Scrum methodology preferred.Good to Have :
Basic knowledge of automation testing tools (Selenium, Postman, etc.)Experience with API testing and database validation using SQL.ISTQB or other relevant QA certifications(ref : hirist.tech)