Jungleworks - Quality Assurance Lead - Automation Testing

Job Title : QA Lead. Location : Mohali. Experience : 6 years. Job Summary : We are seeking a QA Lead with 6 years of experience to drive the quality assurance strategy for our applications. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in designing automation frameworks, hands-on expertise with Selenium (Java), security testing, and performance testing, and a strong understanding of modern QA methodologies. As a QA Lead, you will work closely with development, product, and DevOps teams to establish and maintain robust automation and security testing practices, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. Lead the QA Strategy : Define, implement, and improve testing strategies, automation frameworks, and quality assurance processes. Test Planning & Execution : Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and scenarios covering functional, regression, performance, and security testing. Should have experience with JIRA or similar tools. Automation Framework Development : Design and maintain scalable, reusable, and robust automation frameworks using Selenium with Java. Security Testing : Conduct security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis to ensure application security and compliance. CI/CD Integration : Integrate automated tests within CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and deployment. Mentor & Guide Team : Provide technical leadership, mentor junior testers, and foster a culture of quality within the development teams. Defect Management : Track, report, and drive defect resolution by collaborating with developers and stakeholders. Stay Up-to-Date : Continuously research and implement best practices, emerging tools, and technologies in test automation. Requirements : Experience : Minimum 6 years of experience in software testing, with at least 3 years in test automation and leadership roles. Automation Expertise : Strong hands-on experience with Selenium (Java), TestNG, Cucumber, REST Assured, and API automation. Security Testing Knowledge : Familiarity with OWASP, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment tools (e., Burp Suite, ZAP, Nessus). Performance Testing : Knowledge of tools like JMeter, Gatling, or LoadRunner is a plus. CI/CD & DevOps : Experience integrating automation into Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI/CD pipelines. Agile & SDLC Knowledge : Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, test lifecycle, and best QA practices. Problem-Solving & Leadership : Ability to guide teams, drive process improvements, and collaborate effectively across functions. Preferred Qualifications : - Programming Skills : Strong knowledge of Java, Python, or JavaScript for automation scripting. - Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Cucumber, and REST Assured. - Certifications : ISTQB, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or other relevant certifications in security/automation testing. - Experience in cloud environments like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Why Join Us? : Innovative Projects : Work on cutting-edge automation and security testing challenges. Growth Opportunities : Upskill with advanced automation, DevOps, and security testing technologies. Collaborative Team : Join a passionate team that values quality and innovation. Impact-Driven Work : Play a crucial role in shaping the QA strategy for mission-critical applications. (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: mohali, IN

Posted Date: 5/1/2025