Senior QA analyst

Senior QA AnalystWe are seeking an experienced Senior QA Analyst to lead quality assurance efforts across multiple projects and ensure that our products meet the highest standards of performance, functionality, and reliability. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of software testing methodologies, automation frameworks, and quality processes, with the ability to mentor team members and drive continuous improvement.As a Senior QA Analyst, you will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and business analysts to define test strategies, create test plans, execute test cases, and ensure defect-free software delivery.Key Responsibilities:Lead QA efforts across projects by defining comprehensive test strategies, plans, and cases.Perform manual and automated testing for web, mobile, and API applications.Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium, TestNG, Cypress, or Playwright.Validate functional, regression, integration, and performance testing requirements.Participate in requirement analysis and provide feedback on potential quality issues or testability concerns.Track, report, and manage defects using tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, or TestRail.Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines.Conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions to improve product quality.Mentor junior QA team members and promote best practices in testing and documentation.Drive continuous improvements in QA processes, tools, and frameworks.Required Skills & Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.5–8 years of hands-on experience in software QA (manual and automation).Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, SDLC, and STLC.Proficiency with automation tools (Selenium, TestNG, Postman, JMeter, Cypress, etc.).Experience with API testing and tools like Postman or RestAssured.Solid understanding of SQL for data validation.Experience in Agile/Scrum environments and defect management tools (JIRA, Bugzilla, or ALM).Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality software.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with performance testing (JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling).Exposure to test management systems (TestRail, Zephyr, or Xray).Knowledge of API automation frameworks or BDD tools (Cucumber, Behave).Familiarity with cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.Why Join Us:Work with a collaborative, innovation-driven QA and DevOps team.Opportunity to shape testing strategies for cutting-edge products.Access to latest automation and testing tools.Competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and flexible work options.