SecureKloud Technologies

Description :Job Title : QA Lead / Test ManagerJob Type : Work From Office (WFO)Expected Start Date : ImmediateLocation : ChennaiAbout the Role :We are seeking a highly experienced QA Lead / Test Manager to drive the end-to-end testing strategy, execution, and quality assurance across complex projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, deep technical expertise in automation, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.Key Responsibilities :- Lead and manage the entire testing lifecycle including test strategy, planning, design, execution, automation, and reporting.- Design, develop, and maintain advanced automation frameworks using Selenium, Cypress, or equivalent tools.- Perform functional, regression, integration, API, performance, and security testing to ensure comprehensive coverage and product reliability.- Conduct requirement and impact analysis to ensure 100% test coverage and alignment with business objectives.- Perform root cause analysis of defects, collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions, and ensure continuous quality improvement.- Maintain high-quality test documentation, including test plans, traceability matrices, and test metrics.- Collaborate effectively with developers, business analysts, product managers, and clients to communicate testing progress, risks, and quality metrics.- Contribute to QA strategy and process optimization, including the adoption of new tools, methodologies, and best practices.- Mentor and guide QA engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the team.Skills & Expertise Required :- Proven experience in both manual and automation testing within complex, large-scale applications.- Strong proficiency in Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, TestNG, JUnit, or equivalent automation frameworks.- Hands-on experience with API testing tools such as Postman, RestAssured, SoapUI.- Proficiency in test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr, Azure DevOps).- Solid understanding of SQL, database validation, and backend testing.- Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions for automated test integration.- Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and collaborative QA delivery models.- Strong communication and leadership skills, with proven client-facing experience. (ref:hirist.tech)