This will act as a guide, and you may have specific requirements that relate to your business and sector.
Below is a list of key duties we’d expect to see when putting together a job description for a Test Lead / Test Consultant
Test Lead / Test Consultant
Job Summary:
As a Test Lead / Test Consultant, you will play a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of quality for our products and services. You will lead testing efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement in our testing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, design, and execution of test strategies and test plans.
- Define testing scope, objectives, and success criteria for projects.
- Collaborate with project teams to identify test requirements and scenarios.
- Manage and mentor a team of testers, providing guidance and support.
- Develop and execute test cases, scripts, and procedures.
- Perform manual and automated testing as needed.
- Review and analyze test results, identifying defects and issues.
- Coordinate with development teams to resolve and retest defects.
- Manage testing environments and test data setup.
- Identify and implement improvements to testing processes and methodologies.
- Lead defect triage meetings and communicate testing progress to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain test documentation, including test plans and reports.
- Ensure compliance with testing standards, best practices, and industry regulations.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in [Relevant Field] or equivalent experience.
- years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.
- Strong understanding of testing methodologies and processes.
- Experience with both manual and automated testing tools.
- Proficiency in [Relevant Testing Tools or Frameworks].
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- ISTQB certification or similar testing certifications (preferred).