Software Test Lead

L3Harris Technologies

Whiteley, United Kingdom

As a SoftwareTest Lead, you will devise the test objectives, organizational test policies, test strategies and test plans. You will estimate the testing to be done and negotiate with management to acquire the necessary resources. You will also recognize when test automation is appropriate, and if it is, plan the effort, select the tools, and ensure training of the team.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, guide and monitor the analysis, design, implementation and execution of the test cases, test procedures and test suites;
Ensure proper configuration management of the test ware produced and traceability of the tests to the test basis;
Make sure the test environment is put into place before test execution and managed during test execution;
Schedule the tests for execution and then monitor, measure, control and report on the test progress, the product quality status and the test results, adapting the test plan and compensating as needed to adjust to evolving conditions;
Write summary reports on test status;
Review and analyze system specifications;
Collaborate with Software Testers and Software Automation Testers to develop effective strategies and test plans;
Prepare/review test plans;
Prepare test cases, test scripts and test data;
Execute test cases (manual or automated) and analyse results;
Evaluate product code according to specifications;
Create logs to document testing phases and defects;
Report bugs and errors to development teams;
Help troubleshoot issues;
Conduct post-release/post-implementation testing;
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.

TECHNOLOGIES USED

Python/NumPy/Pandas/Cython;
Django/Flask/Celery/RabbitMQ;
JavaScript/React;
Linux/Docker/Kubernetes;
PostgreSQL;
AWS & Azure;
JIRA;
Xray;
SoapUI;
ReadyAPI;
Confluence;
SharePoint;
MS Product suite.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS

A mature, proactive, and responsible approach to work, with initiative and problem-solving capability;
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
Proven experience as a Software Tester or similar role;
Experience in project management and testing methodology;
Experience in creating test automation using tools such as Selenium;
Ability to document and troubleshoot errors;
Working knowledge of JIRA or similar tools;
Working knowledge of SQL;
Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude;
Strong organizational skills’;
Familiarity with Agile frameworks and regression testing;
Familiarity with Jenkins and Docker for building test environments;
BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.