Lead QA Engineer

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Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in QA, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in testing Web/SaaS applications, covering both UI and API testing.
• Strong understanding of HTTP/HTTPS protocols and client-server architecture.
• Basic proficiency in SQL, with the ability to write fundamental queries.
• Hands-on experience with Postman and browser DevTools for API and web testing.
• Experience with payment systems and payment methods.
• Solid knowledge of test design techniques and their practical application.
• Proven ability to create, manage, and maintain comprehensive test documentation.
• Strong grasp of SDLC and STLC, ensuring seamless QA integration within development workflows.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Analytical mindset, with a strong ability to work with data, numbers, and calculations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, product-oriented thinking, and a proactive approach.
• Strong communication skills, with at least an intermediate level of English.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and support two QA teams, each consisting of four engineers, while actively participating in hands-on testing efforts to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Oversee and execute functional, regression, UI/UX, integration, and requirements testing for online payment systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with development, design, and product management teams to align efforts, maintain quality standards, and drive seamless product delivery.
• Participate in requirements analysis, ensuring clarity and shared understanding among stakeholders while developing comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Investigate, reproduce, and document defects in detailed bug reports, working proactively with stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Lead hiring efforts, identifying and onboarding top QA talent to strengthen team capabilities.
• Propose enhancements to tested features based on data-driven insights, contributing to product improvement.
• Engage with customers, business analysts, and stakeholders to define and execute effective testing strategies, ensuring a user-centric approach to quality assurance.