Remote QA Lead Job in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK SciLeads

Who you are

• Proven experience leading and managing QA teams in a high-volume, data-centric environment.
• Strong expertise in test automation frameworks and tools.
• Experience with performance testing tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency in SQL and data querying languages.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and security best practices
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Desirables

• Data processing pipelines
• Cloud-based data platforms
• Data validation tools
• AI in QA tasks
• QA certifications

What the job involves

• Lead and mentor a QA team, providing guidance, mentorship, and opportunities for development.
• Architect and implement a robust test automation strategy for a high-volume, data-intensive platform.
• Devise, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans, including manual and automated test cases.
• Design performance tests to evaluate system scalability and responsiveness under heavy loads.
• Build and maintain a scalable automation framework to support regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance QA efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with data engineers, product managers, and developers to ensure alignment with quality objectives.
• Assist with incident response and root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Identify and recruit top QA talent to expand the team as business grows.