Lead Quality Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Lead Quality Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Jenkins, Scrum, Java, TestNG, Jira, Selenium, Maven, and PL/SQL. Experience in Retail Banking and Cards & Payments is mandatory. This hybrid role requires strong technical and domain skills to ensure the highest quality in our software products.

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead the quality assurance efforts for software projects in the Retail Banking and Cards & Payments domains
• To oversee the development and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts using TestNG and Selenium
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior quality engineers to ensure best practices are followed
• Collaborating with development teams to integrate Jenkins for continuous integration and continuous deployment
• To utilize Jira for tracking defects, managing test cases, and reporting on test execution status
• Implementing and maintaining automated testing frameworks using Java and Maven
• To conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices
• To coordinate with Scrum teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software products
• To develop and maintain PL/SQL scripts for database testing and validation
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements in the Retail Banking and Cards & Payments sectors
• To identify, analyze, and document software defects and work with development teams to resolve them
• To monitor and report on key quality metrics to stakeholders and management
• Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance software quality and efficiency

Essential Skills:

• Possess a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Have a strong experience in quality engineering with a focus on Retail Banking and Cards & Payments
• Demonstrate expertise in Jenkins, Scrum, Java, TestNG, Jira, Selenium, Maven, and PL/SQL
• Show proficiency in developing and executing automated test scripts
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Display excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Have experience working in a hybrid work model
• Be capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Show a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Demonstrate the ability to mentor and guide junior team members
• Possess a strong understanding of software development life cycle and quality assurance processes
• Be detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality software products
• Have experience in working with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
• Show a proactive approach to identifying and addressing quality issues.

Nice to have skills:

• Good Banking domain experience
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Hands on experience in Agile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Must have a good experience in software testing, with a focus on Cards & Payments and Retail Banking domains.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), ISTQB Certified Tester, Oracle PL/SQL Developer Certified Associate

At Cognizant, we engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life because we're dedicated to making a lasting impact. Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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Cognizant is an IT and business process services company providing digital strategy, consulting, enterprise modernization, cloud and more for clients globally.