Quality Engineering Lead (Test Lead)
Accenture Federal Services • India
Role & seniority: Quality Engineering Lead (Test Lead); senior QA leadership responsible for guiding a team of quality engineers across multi-disciplinary programs.
Stack/tools: Guidewire PolicyCenter QA; automated testing tools/frameworks; defect tracking and test management tools; data analysis for testing strategy.
Top 3 responsibilities
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Lead and manage the QA team; drive cross-team collaboration and decision-making.
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Develop end-to-end testing strategies, integrating quality processes throughout the application lifecycle.
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Define, implement, and monitor metrics for test execution and defect resolution; ensure on-time delivery and continuous quality improvement.
Must-have skills
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Proficiency in Guidewire PolicyCenter QA.
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Strong QA methodologies and best practices; automated testing experience.
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Ability to analyze complex data to inform testing strategies; familiarity with defect tracking and test management.
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Nice-to-haves: None listed.
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Location & work type: Chennai, on-site office-based role; full-time position.
Experience & education
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Minimum 5 years of Guidewire PolicyCenter QA experience.
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15 years of full-time education required.
Full Description
Project Role: Quality Engineering Lead (Test Lead)
Project Role Description: Leads a team of quality engineers through multi-disciplinary team planning and ecosystem integration to accelerate delivery and drive quality across the application lifecycle. Applies business and functional knowledge to develop end-to-end testing strategies through the use of quality processes and methodologies. Applies testing methodologies, principles and processes to define and implement key metrics to manage and assess the testing process including test execution and defect resolution.
Must have skills: Guidewire PolicyCenter QA
Good to have skills: NA
Minimum 5 Year(s) Of Experience Is Required
Educational Qualification: 15 years full time education
Summary: As a Quality Engineering Lead, you will oversee a dedicated team of quality engineers, guiding them through the complexities of multi-disciplinary team planning and ecosystem integration. Your typical day will involve strategizing to enhance delivery efficiency and ensuring high-quality standards throughout the application lifecycle. You will leverage your business and functional expertise to craft comprehensive testing strategies, applying established quality processes and methodologies. Additionally, you will focus on defining and implementing key metrics to effectively manage and evaluate the testing process, including test execution and defect resolution, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in quality assurance. Roles & Responsibilities: - Expected to be an SME. - Collaborate and manage the team to perform. - Responsible for team decisions. - Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions. - Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams. - Facilitate training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills. - Monitor and report on the progress of testing activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines. Professional & Technical Skills: - Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Guidewire PolicyCenter QA. - Strong understanding of quality assurance methodologies and best practices. - Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks. - Ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets to inform testing strategies. - Familiarity with defect tracking and test management tools. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 5 years of experience in Guidewire PolicyCenter QA. - This position is based at our Chennai office. - A 15 years full time education is required. Show more Show less