Senior Quality Assurance Professional

We are seeking a seasoned quality assurance professional to lead our testing efforts and ensure the quality, reliability, and compliance of our ERP systems.

About Us:

The company is developing a cutting-edge ERP solution tailored for the pharmaceutical industry. Our product integrates complex business processes and state-of-the-art technologies to meet industry standards and drive operational efficiency.

Job Overview:

• As a Senior Software Tester you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and compliance of our ERP systems designed specifically for the pharmaceutical sector.
• You will lead testing efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and implement best practices to deliver robust software solutions that meet stringent industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Planning & Strategy:
  • Develop comprehensive test plans, strategies, and test cases based on detailed business and technical requirements.
  • Define testing methodologies and processes to ensure thorough coverage of functional and non-functional requirements.
• Test Execution:
  • Lead and execute functional, regression, integration, system, performance, and security testing for complex ERP modules.
  • Utilize automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, QTP) to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.
  • Perform manual testing where automation is not feasible, ensuring meticulous attention to detail.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Work closely with developers, business analysts, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and identify potential issues early.
  • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Facilitate effective communication within the QA team and across departments to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
• Quality Advocacy:
  • Champion quality assurance best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
  • Mentor and guide junior testers, providing training and support to enhance their skills and performance.
  • Conduct code and test reviews to ensure adherence to quality standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  • Ensure that all testing activities comply with relevant pharmaceutical industry regulations (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 11, GxP).
  • Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of test cases, test results, defects, and QA processes.
• Issue Management:
  • Identify, document, and track defects and issues using tools like JIRA or Bugzilla.
  • Collaborate with development teams to prioritize and resolve issues in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB Advanced Level) is a plus.

Technical Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Proficiency with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium, TestNG) and scripting languages (e.g., Java, Python).
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA, HP ALM, or similar.
• Familiarity with SQL and database testing.

Regulatory Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry regulations and standards (e.g., FDA, EMA, cGMP).
• Experience ensuring software compliance with regulatory requirements, including data integrity and electronic records management.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.