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Job Description - Lead Test Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Lead Test Analyst to
join our team and take ownership of testing delivery across complex,
high -impact projects. In this role, you will lead testing efforts end -to -end,
ensuring that business solutions are thoroughly validated, meet quality
standards, and are delivered seamlessly into production.

You will work closely with cross -functional
teams, providing technical leadership, driving best practices, and ensuring
high -quality outcomes in a fast -paced Agile environment.



Key Responsibilities

  • Lead
    the design, coordination, and execution of test plans and test cases for
    complex systems.

  • Translate
    business and functional requirements into effective testing strategies.

  • Oversee
    test environment setup, data preparation, and test execution.

  • Manage
    defect tracking, resolution, and regression testing cycles.

  • Ensure
    end -to -end system quality, including functional and performance testing.

  • Provide
    leadership, mentorship, and quality assurance guidance to the testing
    team.

  • Maintain
    accurate test documentation and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Deliver
    clear and consistent reporting on test progress, risks, and quality
    metrics.

  • Engage
    with stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful delivery.

  • Lead
    test closure activities, including sign -off, reporting, and lessons
    learned.



Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Degree
    or Diploma in IT or a related field.

  • ISTQB
    (CTFL or equivalent) certification.

  • Advanced
    testing certification (e.g., ISTQB CTAL).

  • 6+
    years’ experience in a Lead Test Analyst role.

  • Strong
    experience in manual testing and SQL.

  • Proven
    experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

  • Deep
    understanding of:

    • Functional,
      integration, system, and regression testing

    • Structured
      testing methodologies and processes

  • Experience
    testing complex user interfaces.


Nice to Have

  • Experience
    with API testing and automation tools (e.g., Selenium, TestComplete, Robot
    Framework).

  • Exposure
    to defect management tools (e.g., Remedy or similar).

  • Retail
    industry experience.

  • Knowledge
    of performance and user acceptance testing.



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