Looking for Qtest Architect :
Mandatory working in client location for 3 days is a MUST (NO EXCEPTION) right from day 1.
qTest Architect (Test Design and Test Execution experience)
As a qTest Architect with expertise in Test Design the role emphasizes creating and structuring test cases scenarios and workflows for optimal coverage efficiency and alignment with quality standards. This involves a deep understanding of test design principles effective use of qTest capabilities and the ability to facilitate highquality test management across the organization. Candidate should have previous experience of implementing and organizing test cases in the format for eg: Domain > Application > Capabilities > Key Functionalities.
Below are some of the key responsibilities and skills:
- Test Design Strategy:
- Define comprehensive test design strategies that align with project goals and testing standards.
- Develop structured test case libraries in qTest that maximize coverage ensure reusability and reduce maintenance effort.
- Work with QA teams to identify gaps in test coverage and address them proactively.
- qTest Management:
- Configure customize and manage the qTest tool according to project needs.
- Ensure seamless integration of qTest with CI/CD pipelines and other tools like Jira Jenkins and Git.
- Maintain qTest project configurations workflows and user permissions.
- Automation Framework Development:
- Create and optimize automation frameworks using tools compatible with qTest such as Selenium Appium or Tricentis Tosca.
- Drive best practices for automation including script maintenance and version control.
- qTest Implementation and Configuration:
- Configure qTest to support advanced test design needs such as custom fields workflows and test case linking.
- Leverage qTests features like Parameters and Data Sets to create modular and datadriven test cases.
- Collaboration with Development and Business Teams:
- Coordinate with development product testers and business teams to define clear test scenarios based on requirements and user stories.
- Ensure all relevant test cases are linked to requirements allowing traceability within qTest.
- Provide training and support to team members on using qTest effectively.
- Best Practices and Guidelines:
- Establish and promote best practices for test design organization and execution within qTest.
- Guide team members on effective usage of qTest for organizing test cases applying test design patterns and using exploratory testing techniques.
- Regularly review and update test cases scenarios and suites to ensure they stay current with evolving product functionality.
- Automation Integration:
- Design test cases with automation in mind ensuring they are modular and easy to integrate with automation frameworks.
- Work closely with automation engineers to align test design with automation strategies.
- Monitoring and Reporting:
- Use qTest reporting and analytics to track test coverage progress and quality metrics.
- Provide insights and recommendations to stakeholders based on test design and execution data within qTest.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Expertise in Test Design:
- Proficient in test design techniques (e.g. boundary testing equivalence partitioning) and able to apply these within qTest.
- Strong understanding of designing datadriven modular and reusable test cases.
- qTest Mastery:
- Extensive experience configuring and managing qTest including workflows test case versioning and integrations with tools like Jira.
- Familiar with advanced qTest features like Requirements Traceability Parameters and Data Sets.
- Crossfunctional Collaboration:
- Effective at gathering and analyzing requirements to design clear comprehensive test scenarios.
- Strong communicator who can explain complex test design concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Knowledge of Agile and DevOps practices to continually refine and optimize test design.
- Skilled in identifying and eliminating inefficiencies within test design and execution.
Required Skills:
- Proficiency with qTest and other test management tools. (Mandatory)
- Certification in Qtest (Mandatory)
- Experience with test automation frameworks (Selenium Appium Tricentis Tosca) Mandatory
- Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and tools (Jenkins GitLab) Mandatory
- Minimum 12 to 15 years experience in Software Testing
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies and collaboration tools (Jira).
- Ability to analyze complex systems and define clear testing requirements.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 15 years experience in Software Testing and Quality Assurance
- 12 years of experience in test automation with a focus on Tricentis Tosca.
- Proven experience designing and implementing test automation frameworks using Tricentis Tosca.
- Strong understanding of software testing principles methodologies and best practices.
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used for test automation such as Selenium Java C# or Python.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and working in Agile development teams is mandatory
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with crossfunctional teams.
- Strong leadership abilities with a track record of leading and mentoring teams.
- Tricentis Tosca certification (e.g. Tricentis Certified Tosca Automation Engineer) is a mandatory.