Job Description
Join our elite engineering team as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at TechNova Solutions, where innovation meets precision. We're seeking a meticulous QA professional to architect and execute robust testing strategies that elevate our fintech platform to industry-leading standards. In this pivotal role, you'll champion quality across agile sprints, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement in our QA processes. Your expertise will directly impact millions of users who rely on our secure, high-performance financial solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement comprehensive test plans covering functional, regression, performance, and security testing
- Lead test automation initiatives using Selenium, Cypress, and custom frameworks to accelerate release cycles
- Collaborate with product managers and developers to define testable requirements and acceptance criteria
- Execute exploratory testing and root cause analysis for complex system integrations
- Drive continuous improvement by analyzing defect trends and implementing preventive measures
- Maintain and enhance test environments, tools, and CI/CD pipelines for QA excellence
Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on QA experience in agile environments, preferably in fintech or SaaS
- Expertise in test automation frameworks (Selenium, Cypress) and programming languages (Python, Java)
- Strong knowledge of performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner) and security testing methodologies
- Certified ScrumMaster or ISTQB Advanced Level certification preferred
- Proven track record of reducing defect escape rates by 40%+
- Experience with API testing (Postman, RestAssured) and database validation (SQL)
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to prioritize complex workflows