Lead Quality Engineer

Xpanse

Lead Quality Engineer responsible for managing QA across projects. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software solutions.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading QA teams, executing automated testing with Selenium WebDriver and Java, and applying BDD/ATDD methodologies. Proficient in cloud environments, CI/CD processes, and test management tools to ensure quality across software development lifecycles.

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Automated Testing with Selenium WebDriverAPI Testing (SOAP/REST)Cloud-Based Environments (AWS)CI/CD Tools (Jenkins, GitLab)ISTQB Certification

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Hard Skills

XML TestingSQL Query DevelopmentTest Case ReviewDefect ValidationTest Documentation Creation

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

JIRATestRailZephyr

Certifications & Qualifications

ISTQB Certification

Industry Keywords

Quality AssuranceContinuous IntegrationContinuous DeploymentBackend TestingFunctional Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudJavaJenkinsSeleniumSOAPSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and mentor offshore QA team members to ensure quality objectives are met across assigned projects
Participate in sprint planning and backlog refinement meetings to ensure QA needs are addressed early in the development lifecycle
Conduct detailed reviews of test cases and defects to ensure thorough validation and traceability to requirements
Perform XML testing and API testing to validate backend functionality and integration points
Write, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver/IDE and Java
Collaborate with Product, Development, and Architecture teams to clarify requirements and identify test strategies
Mentor and train junior QA analysts, fostering technical and professional growth
Create and maintain test documentation, including functional, integration, and regression test cases
Develop and execute complex SQL queries to validate data integrity and perform backend testing
Analyze system architecture and requirements to identify testable conditions and potential issues
Apply BDD/ATDD methodologies in testing where applicable
Review and test web services and APIs (SOAP/REST), including performance and load scenarios
Support continuous integration and deployment processes with automation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in cloud-based environments (AWS preferred)
Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or similar
Working knowledge of test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr)
ISTQB or similar QA certification is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree from a Four (4) year College or University
6+ years’ experience in QA, with a strong emphasis on both manual and automated testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comply with all company policies and procedures
Maintain regular and punctual attendance