Test Lead- Contract

at  ZENITH INFOTECH S PTE LTD

Zenith Infotech (S) has been around locally for 27 years and 15 years plus in Malaysia. We only focus on providing ICT Consultants placement to our clients fromt the government and corporate sectors.
Currently, we are a looking out for Test Lead to support one of our clients’ project

• We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Test Lead to join our team in Singapore.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software testing, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing and delivering high-quality software testing projects.
• As a Test Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the testing process, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.
• Test Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies and plans that align with project objectives and timelines.
• Define testing methodologies, standards, and processes to ensure consistent and effective testing practices.
• Identify test requirements and create detailed test plans, including scope, objectives, resources, and schedules.
• Test Execution and Management: Oversee the execution of test plans, ensuring thorough testing of software applications and systems.
• Manage and coordinate testing activities, including functional, integration, system, regression, and performance testing.
• Ensure accurate documentation of test results, defects, and issues, and facilitate their resolution.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration: Lead and mentor a team of testers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, promoting knowledge sharing and teamwork.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to ensure effective communication and alignment.
• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement: Implement and enforce quality assurance processes to ensure the highest standards of product quality.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of testing activities to identify areas for improvement.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing efficiency, effectiveness, and coverage.
• Risk Management and Issue Resolution: Identify and assess risks associated with testing activities, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively address and resolve issues that may impact testing progress or quality. Escalate critical issues to senior management and stakeholders as necessary.
• Tools and Automation: Evaluate and recommend testing tools and technologies to improve testing processes and outcomes.
• Implement and manage test automation frameworks and tools, ensuring effective automation of test cases.
• Monitor and maintain test environments, ensuring their availability and stability. Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• 10-15 years of experience in software testing , with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies .
• Experience with various testing tools and technologies (e.g., Selenium, JIRA, QTP, LoadRunner).
• Proficiency in test automation and test management tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB Certified Test Manager) are highly desirable.