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QA Test Lead

Zensar • Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Posted Sep 23, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** QA Test Lead (senior/lead QA; takes ownership of quality outcomes)

**Stack/tools: **

  • API testing (manual + automation)

  • Automated test scripts managed via GitHub

  • Automation frameworks (plus CI/CD practices)

  • SQL and database validation/testing

  • Non-functional testing: performance/load/stress/scalability tools (unspecified)

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    1. Lead end-to-end QA: planning, execution, reporting, and release sign-off

    2. Design/execute/automate API tests and drive test best practices/standards

    3. Plan/perform Non-Functional Testing and validate data using SQL to mitigate quality risks

  • Must-have skills:

    • Strong API testing experience (manual + automation)

    • Functional + Non-Functional testing experience

    • Strong SQL/database validation skills

    • Experience managing automation via GitHub and understanding CI/CD

    • QA leadership experience (Test Lead/Senior QA) in Agile environments

    • Ownership, risk mitigation, communication/stakeholder management

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Performance testing tool experience

    • ISTQB or other QA certifications

    • Enterprise-scale application testing experience

  • Location & work type: Not specified in the provided text.

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.

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