QA Lead

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced QA Lead to support testing initiatives across functional, regression, and integration testing activities. The ideal candidate will actively participate in Agile ceremonies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the delivery of high-quality applications through effective test planning, execution, and defect management.

Key Responsibilities
Participate in requirements elaboration sessions, sprint planning, release readiness reviews, and other Agile ceremonies
Design, develop, and execute functional test plans and detailed test cases based on product and business requirements
Document, log, and track defects using management tools, ensuring issues are clearly communicated to relevant teams
Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product owners to clarify requirements and resolve issues identified during testing
Conduct:
Functional Testing
Regression Testing
Integration Testing
User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Verify new features and ensure updates do not negatively impact existing functionality
Prepare high-quality test documentation and present testing results and recommendations to stakeholders
Coordinate demos with business stakeholders and escalate issues when necessary
Utilize Agile tools such as JIRA to track testing efforts and progress

Essential Skills
Strong experience in:
Functional Testing
Regression Testing
Integration Testing
Expertise in test design, test planning, test case creation, and documentation
Proficiency with defect management and tracking tools such as JIRA
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify edge cases
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Skills
Commercial Insurance
Guidewire PolicyCenter