Lead QA Engineer

Lead QA EngineerLocation: Tampa, FL (Hybrid)Duration: 12+ Month Rolling ContractMust have:Lead onshore and offshore teamsExperience with manual and automation testingIn depth experience in writing detailed and accurate test cases, test scripts, and test resultsKnowledge in automation tools such as Selenium with C#; API testing using Postman/Fiddler is desiredKnowledge on Azure PAAS is desiredQualificationsWe are seeking an experienced QA Lead who can define and drive the QA strategy for our Enterprise IT projectsThis role requires a leader who can establish robust QA processes, lead QA automation efforts, and ensure the highest quality of software solutions through automated Quality Engineering (QE) practicesThe ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of enterprise IT environments, extensive hands-on experience with major QA tools in the market, and the ability to mentor and lead teams towards achieving excellence in quality assuranceQA Strategy and Process Development: Extensive experience in defining and implementing QA strategies and processes for enterprise IT projectsHands-on experience with leading automation tools such as AccelQ, BrowserStack, Insomnia Selenium, or similarKnowledge in automation tools such as Selenium with C#; API testing using Postman/Fiddler is desiredTest Management Tools:Expertise in using test management tools like JIRA, AccelQ, TestRail, ALM, or similar latest toolsExperience in integrating test management tools with CI/CD pipelinesStrong understanding of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and their integration with QA processesPerformance and Load Testing: Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or similarAPI Testing: Proficiency in API testing using tools like Postman, Insomnia, SoapUI, or similarEnterprise IT Knowledge: Familiarity with enterprise IT environments, including cloud platforms (Azure), ERP systems (Salesforce), and large-scale distributed systemsBenefitsPreferred onsite or who can travel onsite twice a month on his own expensesResponsibilitiesConsulting on Tool evaluations and adoptions for latest technologies in this spaceCI/CD and DevOps Integration:Enterprise QA Strategy Development:Define and implement a comprehensive QA strategy aligned with the organization's goalsDevelop and enforce QA policies, procedures, and best practices for enterprise IT projectsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate QA processes into the software development lifecycleQA Automation:Lead the design, development, and implementation of automated testing frameworksDrive the adoption of automation tools and best practices across the QA teamEnsure test coverage, scalability, and performance of automated tests for complex enterprise systemsQuality Engineering:Oversee the execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts, ensuring thorough testing across all project stagesIdentify, track, and resolve defects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutionsLead the continuous improvement of QA processes, focusing on efficiency, effectiveness, and scalabilityTeam Leadership and Development:Mentor and guide QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous learningManage the performance and development of QA team members, ensuring alignment with organizational goalsCollaborate with project managers, developers, and other stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budgetStakeholder Management:Communicate QA progress, risks, and issues to senior management and other stakeholdersProvide technical leadership and guidance on QA best practices to clients and internal teams* Knowledge on Azure PAAS is desired RIT Solutions