Functional Test Lead

Functional Test Lead Infosys Public Services is seeking a Functional Test Lead to join our team. Position Description (scope of work or brief narrative): List of tasks to be performed With limited direction, carry out procedures to ensure that Payroll application products and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. Evaluate and design testing procedures to ensure that software meets established quality standards. Develop and write testing scripts and plans to ensure that software functions as expected. Prepare complex data sets to test logic, error handling and system workflows. Conduct testing of more complex features and verify fixes. Monitor and document testing procedures and results are in compliance with required client Technology Solution Life Cycle (TSLC) standards. Functional Testing. Verify that each feature of the software works as specified in the requirements. Key types of functional testing include: Smoke Testing: Quick, initial testing for critical functions. Regression Testing: Ensure new code changes haven't broken existing functionality. End-to-End (E2E) Testing: Validate complete system/user flows from start to finish. Knowledge with the following qualifications Motivated self-starter with excellent analytical, organization, and troubleshooting skills. Ability to invoke logical reasoning to analyze computer processes and results and make deductions based on the information available. Deep knowledge of software development cycle and testing methodologies. Proficient in running manual tests, and able to recognize when and how to incorporate automated testing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses. Payroll domain knowledge. Understanding of payroll cycles, tax calculations, deductions, benefits, etc. Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations. Payroll Calculations such as gross-to-net pay, benefits deductions, garnishments, bonuses. Payroll Cycle end-to-end processes such as new hire onboarding, timesheet and HR integration, payroll simulation, paycheck creation, termination/final pay processing. Retroactive calculations and back pay for salary revisions. Basic understanding of accounting related to payroll. Experience using AI-driven tools that automatically generate test scripts based on system requirements, user stories, or existing application behavior. Attention to Detail. Critical for identifying discrepancies in payroll calculations that could lead to financial penalties or legal issues Problem-Solving. Ability to analyze issues and payroll anomalies, determine if a discrepancy is a system bug or input error, and work with developers to resolve them. Strong Communication Skills. Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, Solutions Architects, Product Owner, Managers and Developers. Time Management. Manage testing schedules to meet deadlines and payroll cycles. Working knowledge of one or more of the following qualifications: DevSecOps Agile Scrum VersionOne or equivalent Agile project management software Knowledge of and experience with SDLC practices Payroll systems and processing AI/ML tools (CoPilot, WatsonX, ReDux, others) for code analysis, pattern recognition, or modernization support Mainframe knowledge a plus Required Years of Experience: Minimum 4 years of experience in technology or software development preferred Minimum 4 years of experience in manual and automated testing. Educational Requirements: A bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent is required from an accredited institution. Will consider three years of progressive, relevant work experience instead of every year of education. Candidates who have completed a Master's degree program are strongly preferred. The job entails sitting and working at a computer for extended periods. Should be able to communicate by telephone, email, or face-to-face. Travel may be required as per the job requirements. The estimated annual compensation range for this role will be as follows: In CA/ WA/NY/CO/MD/IL/MN/NJ/VT/MA: $73,000 to $102,200 In Washington, DC: $66,100 to $100,200 Infosys