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At Allan Gray we believe in building software that will shape the future and we are looking for someone with passion, drive, strong technical and problem-solving skills to help us achieve this goal. As a Test Lead at Allan Gray, you play a critical role in leading people, managing the planning, preparation, and execution of testing activities within each test level, solving the many complex challenges along the way, and using some of the industry’s latest technologies. This role will also provide you with the opportunity to provide sound guidance and mentorship and contributing to the implementation of effective QA processes. Automation is a key part of what we do, so we expect our Test Lead to have a solid understanding of test automation which enables us to deliver world class software rapidly.
Job Responsibilities
Contribute to the implementation of the test strategy, test processes and procedures
Collaborate with teams to implement QA best practices across domains
Advocate for quality conscious behaviour and ensure adherence across domains
Actively drive implementation of test improvement initiatives across the floor
Actively drive optimisation of manual and automated test coverage
Actively drive resolutions for complex testing issues and challenges
Manage the planning, preparation, and execution of test activities / initiatives
Monitor test progress and take corrective action where required
Escalate risks and issues to the Test Manager and/or other relevant parties
Mentor, manage and coach Test Analysts
Participate in recruitment and on-boarding of Test Analysts
Skills / Competencies
Lead by example and for others
Strong influence across teams and disciplines
Excellent communication and co-ordination skills
Resilient and able to perform under pressure
Able to share knowledge and leverage knowledge of others
Able to build positive team morale and foster team engagement
Able to nurture and develop team members
Respond well to suggestions from others
Self-motivated
Learning mindset
Independent thinker
Advantageous
Hands on experience data testing within databases, reports, and applications
Education
Detailed understanding of the software delivery life cycle and the role of quality control in each step
Extensive technical (manual and or automated) test experience
Implementation and improvement of QA processes
Record of mentorship and leadership of test teams and driving team delivery
Min 2 years’ experience in a Test Lead role or similar role
Relevant Testing and Quality Control training/qualifications
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