Senior Design Engineer Testing - Lead

For Bangalore based solution Dev partner for software businesses.

Description:                    

The Test Lead will be responsible for leading a team of SDETs dedicated to a product/business area. A test lead will have a strong background in building comprehensive test suites and delivering high quality products.
Core job responsibilities include:

·         Develop test design specs and test cases for product features.

·         Participate in the creation of the overall test automation strategy.

·         Modify and extend the test automation framework.

·         Mentor the other test engineers and developers on the proper use of the test automation framework.

·         Drive changes in quality processes to continually improve effectiveness of quality work over time.

·         Run automated tests and analyze test results. Create and execute test cases.

·         Participate in design reviews.

·         Write defect reports and verify fixed defects. Root cause defects.

·         Work closely with developers and program managers to prioritize test automation creation.

·         Be able to work as part of virtual team and have excellent cross team collaboration skills.

Requirements:                

·         Experience: 4 to 6 years

·         Should be able to demonstrate understanding of quality assurance processes and software development lifecycles.

·         Should have ability to work within the project teams and across the product groups. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·         Strong drive, passion and will to win in this space against all odds.

·         Should have ability & experience to lead a team of seasoned developers with diverse background.

·         Strong skills managing, mentoring and coaching individuals.

·         Expert understanding of design patterns and EE practices & processes.

·         Expert in C# and .NET and passionate about technology.

·         Has completed at least one full software development cycle from concept through delivery.

·         Bachelors degree or higher in Computer Science or similar field, or equivalent work experience.

Desired Knowledge/Skills:

·         Demonstrated working knowledge of SQL Server and Web technologies

·         Experience with Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration, Refactoring, Iterative Planning and other Agile methods