Are you a seasoned QA professional with a passion for automation and leadership? FinSurge, a trailblazer in FinTech innovation, is seeking a QA Automation Engineer to spearhead our testing efforts in Mumbai or Nagercoil. With 8+ years of experience, you’ll lead a dynamic team, drive cutting-edge automation strategies, and ensure top-tier software quality for global financial institutions. Ready to shape the future of finance? Dive into this exciting opportunity!
About FinSurge
At FinSurge, we’re redefining the financial landscape with AI-powered solutions that empower banks, capital markets, and financial institutions worldwide. Our mission is to tackle the toughest challenges in FinTech—from navigating complex regulations to boosting operational efficiency. Based in Mumbai and Nagercoil, our team thrives on innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Join us to work on groundbreaking projects that drive resilience, agility, and precision in an ever-evolving market. With a culture that values creativity and growth, FinSurge is where your career can soar.
Job Details
- Company: FinSurge
- Job Title: LEAD AUTOMATION ENGINEER
- Locations: Mumbai, Maharashtra or Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu
- Start Date: Immediate (within 30-60 days, depending on candidate availability)
- Salary Range: Competitive, based on experience (details provided during interview process)
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Experience: 8+ years in QA and software testing
Key Responsibilities
As a QA Automation Engineer at FinSurge, you’ll lead the charge in ensuring our software solutions meet the highest quality standards. Your role will be pivotal in delivering flawless products to our clients in the fast-paced FinTech industry.
- Oversee end-to-end testing for multiple projects, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
- Develop comprehensive test strategies, plans, cases, and execution schedules.
- Guide the QA team in manual, automation, functional, regression, integration, and UAT testing.
- Collaborate with product owners, developers, and business analysts to define clear acceptance criteria.
- Champion automation frameworks to boost test efficiency and coverage.
- Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies related to QA deliverables.
- Ensure adherence to Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies, as needed.
- Lead defect triage, manage the defect lifecycle, and coordinate with developers for resolutions.
- Track and report test progress, quality metrics, and defect trends to leadership.
- Mentor junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.
- Identify and implement continuous improvements in QA processes and tools.
Qualifications
We’re looking for a driven leader with a strong technical background and a knack for collaboration. Here’s what you’ll need to succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Software Testing.
- At least 2-3 years in a QA leadership role, guiding teams to success.
- Expertise in both manual and automation testing methodologies.
- Proficiency with test management tools like JIRA, HP ALM, or TestRail.
- Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, UFT, or Cypress.
- Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
- Experience in complex, multi-system environments, ideally in eCommerce or BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance).
- Solid knowledge of SQL and database testing.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Required Skills
- Test strategy development and test planning.
- Manual and automation testing expertise.
- Proficiency with automation frameworks (Selenium, UFT, Cypress).
- Test management tools (JIRA, HP ALM, TestRail).
- Defect management and root cause analysis.
- Agile/Scrum methodology knowledge.
- SQL and database testing proficiency.
- Risk and issue management.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab).
- Familiarity with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).
- Knowledge of cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure).
- Certifications like ISTQB or CSTE.
- Background in FinTech or BFSI domains.
Application Process
Ready to make an impact at FinSurge? Applying is simple! Submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your QA leadership experience via our careers portal. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a multi-stage interview process, including a technical assessment, leadership discussion, and final HR interview. We aim to move quickly, so expect to hear back within 1-2 weeks. Join us and help shape the future of FinTech!
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