Testing Specialist, Senior
Infinite Talent Middleware Test Company โข Atlanta, Georgia, United States
**Role & seniority: ** Senior Testing Specialist (QA / Quality Assurance), senior-level; leads QA initiatives across the SDLC in Agile/Scrum.
**Stack/tools: ** Manual + automated testing; test strategy/test plan design; automated test scripts; test management tools; performance testing; API testing; automation frameworks/tools (unspecified).
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Design and execute end-to-end test strategies and test plans (functional, regression, integration, system; performance/API as needed).
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Build/maintain automation test scripts and improve QA automation frameworks/processes.
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Lead test cycles: plan, execute, report results; identify/document/track defects and ensure quality standards.
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Must-have skills:
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Strong manual and automated testing expertise.
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Ability to design test strategy and manage defect lifecycles with test management tooling.
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Experience in Agile/Scrum collaboration and ceremonies.
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Capability to mentor/review QA work and ensure adherence to QA best practices.
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Nice-to-haves:
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Deeper specialization in performance testing and API testing (if required).
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Broader ownership of automation framework development/optimization.
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Location & work type: Not provided in the text.
Full Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Testing Specialist to lead quality assurance initiatives across the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in manual and automated testing, test strategy design, and defect management, ensuring high-quality product delivery in agile environments. Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test strategies and test plans
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Perform functional, regression, integration, and system testing
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Develop and maintain automated test scripts using modern tools
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Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to understand requirements
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Identify, document, and track defects using test management tools
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Lead test cycles, including planning, execution, and reporting
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Ensure adherence to quality standards, processes, and best practices
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Mentor junior QA engineers and review their work
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Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives)
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Conduct performance and API testing where required
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Continuously improve QA processes and automation frameworks