Senior SQA Engineer I Hybrid

We're Hiring: Senior SQA Engineer

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We are currently on the lookout for a Senior SQA Engineer to join our team at Cloudstaff, the #1 workplace everywhere Think you qualify for the role? Attach a 1-2 minute video intro and introduce yourself to us so we can meet you virtually. Attach this together with your updated CV to become a priority applicant

Role: Senior SQA Engineer

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Location: Philippines - Angeles / Mabalacat (Pampanga)

Schedule: Morning Shift

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle

• Formulation and implementation of Software Testing strategies

• Schedule testing activities, and prepare test effort estimations.

• Collaborate with Software Development Team to develop effective strategies and test plans

• Check if the team has all the necessary resources to execute the testing activities.

• Mentor and coach team members and leaders enabling them to become more effective in providing quality output in a timely manner

• Selection of right test tools after interacting with the vendors. Integration of testing and development activities.

• Design and build automation framework and scripts

• Write documentation for manual and automated processes including test plans, test procedures, and test cases

• Define and perform the Test strategies and associated scripts for the verification and validation of the application and ensuring that it meets all defined business requirements and associated functionality

• Choose the right set of tools to help the testing

• Improve software quality and reduced defects via introduction of defect and requirements management tools, requirements gathering and testing best practices, root cause analysis, UML diagrams and via creation of standardized tools, processes and methodologies

• Lead process improvement projects to reduce test times, integrate new tools and manage key tasks

• Manage Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) to build team and enhance PLC (Product Life-cycle) & SDLC (Software Development Life-cycle) adherence

• Mitigate QA risks including escalation to senior management, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure testing quality

• Introduce Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to quality in employee performance plans

• Plan and coordinate the resources needed to implement new test strategies (Agile Scrum, Sanity Suite Regression, etc.), resulting in the development of best practice models

• Perform resource and project trade off analysis to meet schedule, language, product life-cycle (PLC)/Software Dev Life-cycle (SDLC) and QA requirements.

• Develop plans for individual career plans including performance reviews, succession planning, hiring, and training

• Supervise and coach junior testers

• Perform extra task such as business analysis and suggests and implements improvements on the software testing process in line with the software development process practiced

• Determine and advise which tests should be automated at which layer

• Provide management with test metrics, reports, and schedules, estimations

• Maintain requirements and create Traceability between Requirements and Test Cases

Qualification and requirements:

Ideally, you will have a Relevant Tertiary degree, certification, or qualification, but previous work experience and demonstrated capability can be substituted.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• 5+ yrs experience working in a leadership role in Software Testing including the creation of Test Plans, Test Estimation and Execution.

• Solid experience in Manual Testing such as functional, integration, regression testing.

• At least 3 years of solid experience in designing and building automation frameworks and scripts.

• Thorough understanding of agile best practices

• Strong knowledge of Software Test processes, risk mitigation, leadership roles dealing with multiple teams

• Experience in product/feature demo to stakeholders and target users.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision

• Great sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company's success

• Up-to-date knowledge of software test design and testing methodologies.

• Working knowledge of test techniques and compatibility with various software programs.

• In-depth knowledge of test automation tools such as Playwright, WebDriver IO, Xray, Jira, or similar tools

• Knowledge of API testing tools that require strong coding skills to create tests

• Strong background in JavaScript/TypeScript and other relevant programming languages used in automation scripting

• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

• Good organisational skills and detail-oriented mindset.

• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills

Perks & Benefits (Work From Home/Hybrid)

• Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment
• Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves
• Quarterly perks boxes for WFH staff, offering groceries and snacks to keep you fueled  Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes
• Endless opportunities for career advancement
• Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase
• We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection
• Tech-on-wheels Support
• Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues
• International career growth and connections
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals
• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks
• In-house psychiatrist available to support employees' well-being
• Become part of the Employee Share Units program
• Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc.

Cloudstaff : Build Your Career, Anywhere

Established in 2005, Cloudstaff is a leading outsourcing company that empowers businesses to thrive through smarter talent solutions. We're passionate about creating a work environment that fosters your professional growth and overall well-being.

Why Cloudstaff is the #1 Workplace?

• Award-winning Culture: We're committed to building the #1 Workplace Everywhere, with a proven track record of staff engagement initiatives and industry recognition

• Invest in You: We support your development through comprehensive training programs, mentoring and opportunities for career advancement

• Thrive as an Individual: We offer a strong work-life balance with flexible schedules, meaningful perks and a collaborative team environment.

**To become a priority applicant, please share a 1-2 minute video introduction detailing you experience in this specific role. You can upload your video to the CSJobs platforms. Please use a clean, distraction-free background and speak clearly and articulately.**