Lead Quality Assurance Engineer

OPENTEXT 
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

OPENTEXT

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

YOUR IMPACT

The Lead Quality Assurance Engineer will oversee the testing and quality assurance processes for assigned products and applications, ensuring that they meet customer standards and requirements. This role involves interacting with development and QA teams to formalize test strategies and plans. The Lead QA Engineer is responsible for managing the entire testing lifecycle, evaluating test results, and recommending improvements. They will also lead and mentor the QA team, particularly in areas of automation and advanced testing methodologies, and act as the primary point of contact for providing test statuses to project stakeholders.

What The Role Offers

• Oversee the development and execution of work products generated by the QA team.
• Mentor and train QA team members in test procedures, processes, and automation frameworks.
• Lead the QA team in the implementation of UI and API automation using tools like Selenium and Postman.
• Track and communicate key QA project metrics, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies for functional, performance, and security testing, including SOAP, RESTful APIs, and UI layers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Development, QA, DevOps) to create, implement, and maintain test plans, test cases, and test environments.
• Coordinate defect validation with the test team and assist the development team in reproducing and fixing defects.
• Create and maintain test environments and associated test data for consistent and reliable test executions.
• Drive the adoption and implementation of test automation frameworks, particularly for UI (Selenium, etc ) and API (Postman/SOAPUI) testing.
• Ensure integration of automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to enable continuous testing and faster feedback loops.
• Lead efforts in containerizing testing environments using Docker or Kubernetes to streamline testing processes.
• Design and execute performance tests using tools like JMeter or LoadRunner to validate the scalability and reliability of applications.
• Implement security testing strategies, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, ensuring that applications are robust and secure.
• Evaluate product readiness for customer availability and provide initial signoff for production releases.
• Provide post-implementation support for all deliverables, ensuring that any issues are addressed promptly.

What You Need To Succeed

• 8+ years of experience in quality assurance, with at least 5+ years leading test automation teams.
• Proven track record of implementing and leading UI and API automation strategies using tools like Selenium and Postman.
• Hands-on experience with performance testing (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) and security testing methodologies.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in test automation with Java, Selenium, and the ability to lead and guide test strategies.
• Working knowledge of SOA, RESTful APIs, and tools like Postman and SOAPUI.
• Strong understanding of XML, JSON, and experience working on web services-based projects.
• Familiarity with security testing tools and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse team (internal and external) and handle multiple tasks/projects concurrently.
• Strong ability to work in a collaborative environment with challenging deadlines.

OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.