Lead QA Engineer - Quality Assurance and Automation Specialist

Location: Hybrid (West Palm Beach, FL or Atlanta, GA) - Onsite 2-3 days per week
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: $100k - $130k

We are looking for an experienced Lead QA Engineer to define testing processes, automate regression and performance test suites, and ensure day-to-day quality requirements are met. This role involves leading both onshore and offshore teams, working across various projects such as internal ERP systems, customer-facing e-commerce platforms, and third-party integrations. The position offers hybrid work flexibility, with onsite work required at either the West Palm Beach or Atlanta offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the team in developing and executing comprehensive test strategies.
• Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks for Python/React web applications.
• Create, review, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to ensure software functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Work closely with development, product, and design teams to determine testing needs and provide feedback on product quality.
• Mentor and guide QA engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and quality assurance.
• Analyze test results, report defects, and track them to resolution.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and emerging QA and automation technologies.
• Contribute to establishing best practices in QA and software development processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in QA engineering, with a focus on automation testing.
• Proficiency with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Tricentis, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of Python and experience with testing frameworks like pytest or unittest.
• Experience with React testing tools (e.g., Jest, Enzyme).
• Proven experience leading testing teams and managing testing projects.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Knowledge of AWS platform and containerization (e.g., Docker).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Ability to work in a hybrid setting at either the West Palm Beach or Atlanta office.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible hybrid work options.

Compensation: 100-130k