Quality Assurance Test Lead
About the role
The Quality Assurance Test Lead (Quality Engineering Lead) will be responsible for defining and driving the overall quality engineering strategy in alignment with business and technology objectives. The role involves leading test planning, quality reviews, risk assessments, and release readiness activities across multiple projects and teams. The position requires designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies, establishing automation-first testing practices, and driving the adoption of AI-assisted testing solutions. The Lead will also define and monitor quality metrics, collaborate with various stakeholders, lead release governance activities, and mentor a high-performing quality engineering team. The role is offered on a renewable contract basis, starting with an initial 6-month contract, and is based in Colombo with a hybrid working arrangement.
Must have
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification.
- 6-7+ years of experience in Quality Engineering.
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in a QE Lead, Associate Lead, or similar leadership role.
- Proven experience defining and executing enterprise-scale test strategies for data platforms, integrations, APIs, and distributed systems.
- Strong experience with test automation frameworks and automation-first delivery models.
- Hands-on experience in Data Quality Testing, ETL Testing, Data Migration Testing, Database Testing, and Data Validation frameworks.
- Experience designing and implementing automation solutions using Java, Python, or similar programming languages.
- Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools including Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Git, Maven, and SonarQube.
- Experience with performance engineering and performance testing tools.
- Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, practices, and test design techniques.
- Solid practical understanding of Agile Software Testing and Software Engineering principles.
- Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Nice to have
- Professional certifications such as ISTQB, PMI-ACP, or CSM will be an added advantage.
- Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with emerging technologies and testing practices.
Technologies
- Agentic AI
- Agile
- CI/CD
- ETL
- Git
- GitHub
- GitHub Actions
- Istqb
- Java
- Jenkins
- Maven
- Performance Testing
- Python
- SonarQube
- Test Automation
Highlights
To apply, candidates should send their updated CV to recruitment7@intalent.asia or use the 'easy apply' option. The position is on a renewable contract basis, initially for 6 months, with potential extension to a 1-year contract based on performance. Working hours are Monday to Friday, following local standard hours, and the role is hybrid (partly on-site in Colombo 03). Professional certifications such as ISTQB, PMI-ACP, or CSM are considered an added advantage.
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