QA Lead

• Designing and updating testing strategies and plans in line with business needs, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Defining and improving testing standards and processes (including functional testing, non-functional testing, automation, and security testing)
• Managing the Testing Team. Recruiting, training, and developing team members (QA/Test
• Engineers) while fostering a culture of collaboration and responsibility
• Ensuring efficient organization of work through the selection of methodologies (e.g., Agile/Scrum) and tools, task delegation, and progress monitoring
• Participating in architecture reviews, business requirements analysis, and technical specifications to ensure effective testing at every stage of software development
• Continuous monitoring of product quality, reporting key quality metrics (KPIs), and ensuring adequate test coverage
• Proactively identifying and analyzing defect trends and recommending corrective actions and improvements
• Initiating and implementing automation initiatives, optimizing testing tools (CI/CD, test management systems), and refining QA processes

• Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in software testing, including at least 2–3 years in a leadership role such as QA Manager or Head of Testing
• Experience in planning and executing comprehensive testing strategies: managing the full testing cycle from requirements analysis through functional and regression testing to performance and security testing
• Ability to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and Agile/Scrum-based projects
• Proven experience in recruiting and developing employees, managing distributed teams (on-site, nearshore, offshore), and ensuring high standards within QA teams
• Proficiency in using test management tools: JIRA, Zephyr, TestRail, or other dedicated platforms for test management and defect reporting
• Hands-on experience in test automation (Selenium, Cypress, Robot Framework, Postman/Newman for API testing, etc.)
• Good knowledge of security testing methods (pen-testing, vulnerability scanners) and performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling, Locust)
• Understanding of CI/CD principles, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with industry standards and testing methodologies such as ISTQB, and TMMi
• Experience in implementing compliance with security standards like ISO 27001, DORA, or PCI DSS in the context of testing is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from development teams to senior management
• Business maturity in decision-making – balancing business needs with product quality
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills – presenting test results and risks to various stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting test results, accurately classifying defects, and prioritizing fixes

• Practical knowledge of financial products (online banking, fintech services, payment systems) is a strong advantage, particularly in terms of compliance and security requirements
• Ability to create a friendly and efficient work environment while maintaining discipline in testing processes and reporting
• ISTQB Advanced/Expert – confirmation of advanced knowledge and expertise in software testing.
• Project Management Certifications (e.g., Prince2, PMP, AgilePM) – indicate the ability to work on projects of varying scale and complexity
• Industry Certifications (e.g., Security – CEH, IT Service Management – ITIL) are an additional advantage, especially in the fintech/banking sector

Diverse teams really are the best teams. Research shows that some candidates may hesitate to apply for a job unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply - even if you're not 100% sure. We are interested in getting to know you and learning about what you bring to the table.

Please note that we may close a job posting early if we receive a large number of exceptional applications.

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