Principal Quality Engineer at N Consulting Ltd

Associate

Principal Quality Engineer

7 to 12 years

Engineering Graduate (B. Tech / BE) or Master’s in Computer Applications (MCA)

Test Strategy and Planning:

• Develop comprehensive test strategies aligned with business requirements and technical specifications
• Create detailed test plans and test cases for applications
• Provide accurate time estimates for test planning and execution phases
• Collaborate with regional stakeholders to plan and execute testing tasks effectively

Test Execution and Management:

• Execute test plans in accordance with project schedules
• Maintain and update existing test plans and test cases based on code changes and enhancements
• Track issues and work closely with project managers and development teams to resolve them promptly
• Participate in JIRA review meetings during test cycles to ensure proper issue tracking and resolution
• Conduct and participate in project health checks to assess overall quality and progress

Automation Development:

• Design, develop, and implement test automation frameworks using Java and Python
• Utilize automation tools such as Selenium, TestNG, and JUnit for web application testing
• Create and maintain automated test scripts for regression testing and continuous integration
• Implement API testing automation using tools like Postman and Rest Assured
• Develop custom automation solutions for complex testing scenarios specific to Equity Derivatives Risk Management systems

Quality Assurance Best Practices:

• Adhere to and promote QA standard test document templates and methodologies
• Incorporate industry best practices for testing financial risk management systems
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in QA and test automation
• Mentor junior QA team members in automation techniques and best practices

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements in the QA workflow
• Suggest and implement new tools or methodologies to enhance testing efficiency
• Contribute to the development of reusable test components and libraries
• Participate in knowledge sharing sessions within the QA team and across the IT department

Multi-project Management:

• Efficiently manage and prioritize testing activities across multiple projects concurrently
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards
• Balance resources and time effectively to meet project deadlines

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
• 10-15 years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 6 years focused on test automation
• Strong proficiency in Python and Java programming languages
• Backend and Services Automation using Java.
• Strong experience in developing Test Automation Frameworks for Morden UI Applications
• Extensive experience with test automation tools such as Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, and Cucumber
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of financial markets and equity derivatives is highly desirable
• Experience with risk management systems or similar complex financial applications
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• ISTQB certification is a plus