Zensar

QA Test Lead

Zensar Pune, Maharashtra, India

IT Services and IT Consulting · 10,001+ employees

3 h ago Closes in 6d
qa Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time India
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About the role

The QA Test Lead will oversee end-to-end testing activities, including planning, execution, and reporting to ensure high-quality delivery. They will also drive testing best practices, mentor team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks.

What they look for

QA Testing API Testing Functional Testing Non-Functional Testing SQL Database Testing Test Automation GitHub CI/CD Agile Performance Testing Load Testing Stress Testing Scalability Testing Technical Leadership Stakeholder Management

Requirements

Candidates must have extensive experience in API, functional, and non-functional testing, along with strong SQL and automation skills. A proven track record in a senior QA or lead role within an Agile environment is required.

Full description

We are seeking a QA Test Lead who can drive quality across the testing lifecycle, establish best practices, and lead testing initiatives with strong ownership and accountability.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end QA activities, including planning, execution, reporting, and release sign-off.
  • Own quality outcomes and proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  • Design, execute, and automate API tests.
  • Plan and perform Non-Functional Testing (Performance, Load, Stress, and Scalability).
  • Validate application data using SQL queries and database testing techniques.
  • Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts managed through GitHub.
  • Drive testing best practices, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor team members and provide technical leadership on testing strategies.
  • Collaborate with Product, Development, and Business teams to ensure quality delivery.

Qualifications

Required Skills

  • Strong experience in API Testing (Manual & Automation).
  • Hands-on experience with Functional and Non-Functional Testing.
  • Strong SQL and database validation skills.
  • Experience managing and executing test automation scripts via GitHub.
  • Knowledge of test automation frameworks and CI/CD practices.
  • Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Key Competencies

  • Strong Ownership and accountability.
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to take Initiative and drive improvements.
  • Proven experience as a Test Lead or Senior QA leading testing activities.
  • Strong understanding of Quality Engineering and Testing Best Practices.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Positive attitude with a collaborative, results-oriented approach.

Preferred

  • Experience with Performance Testing tools.
  • ISTQB or relevant QA certifications.
  • Experience in enterprise-scale application testing.

At Zensar, we’re “experience-led everything”. We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures. Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus.

Part of the $4.8 billion RPG Group, we’re a community of 10,000+ innovators across 30+ global locations, including Milpitas, Seattle, Princeton, Cape Town, London, Zurich, Singapore, and Mexico City. Explore Life at Zensar and join us to Grow. Own. Achieve. Learn. to be the best version of yourself.

We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.

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