Lead Engineer - IT

8 Hours ago • 5-8 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

The Lead Engineer - QA Automation will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of insurance software systems. This includes collaborating with stakeholders, designing and executing test cases, and identifying defects. The role involves working with an existing Selenium automation framework in Java, mentoring the team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The engineer will also participate in requirement analysis, support user acceptance testing, and continuously improve testing processes. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will work on sprint stories and create regression test cases for automation.
Must have:
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements.
  • Understand and build upon existing Selenium automation framework.
  • Design and execute test cases.
  • Mentor the team on automation testing and best practices.
  • Perform functional, regression, and integration testing.
  • Identify and document defects.
  • Verify defect fixes.
  • Participate in requirement analysis and test planning.
  • Support user acceptance testing.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards.
Good to have:
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Relevant certifications (ISTQB, CSM, Safe agile).

Job Details

Job Description:

We are Guardian Life Insurance’s India Office. The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America is one of the largest mutual life insurance companies in the United States. Based in New York, it employs approximately 8,000 employees in the United States and a network of over 3,000 financial representatives in more than 70 agencies nationwide.

We currently rank on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the United States. In 2015, Guardian achieved the highest earnings in its 155-year history with $7.3 billion in capital and $1.5 billion in operating costs. Founded in Manhattan in 1860, the company offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including life insurance, disability income insurance, annuities, investments, dental, and vision.


We are based out of 2 locations in India – Gurgaon & Chennai.

Job Description:

Lead Engineer:  QA Automation

Position Objective:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Insurance Domain Techno Functional Tester to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of software testing methodologies coupled with expertise in insurance industry processes, and products. As a Functional Tester, you will collaborate closely with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure the quality and reliability of insurance software systems using manual and automation testing. Your responsibilities will include designing, executing, and documenting test cases, identifying defects, and verifying fixes. You will also participate in requirement analysis, contribute to test planning activities, and support user acceptance testing. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Education/Experience:

• B Tech/BE/MCA in computer science, or engineering related field with 5- 8 years of experience.

Knowledge / Essential Skills:

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and functional specifications.
  • Understand the existing Selenium automation framework code written in Java and then build on top of it, as per the new enhancements.
  • Understand the existing automation framework and then build on top of it, as per the new enhancements.
  • Design and execute test cases based on business requirements and user stories.
  • Mentor and coach the team about the automation testing and best practices.
  • Perform functional, regression, and integration testing of insurance software systems.
  • Able to work on the testing of sprint stories and figure out regression test cases out of them, which can be automated.
  • Performing all applicable SDLC activities for the work items assigned including requirement analysis, impact analysis and effort estimations.
  • Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Verify defect fixes and ensure that software meets quality standards and acceptance criteria.
  • Participate in requirement analysis and contribute to test planning and estimation activities.
  • Support user acceptance testing and assist in troubleshooting issues reported by end-users.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
  • Document test results, create test reports, and provide feedback to stakeholders.
  • Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Proactive, Self-motivated and ability to work on his/her individual capacity.
  • Ability to identify automation opportunities and implement automation.
  • Effective reporting capabilities on daily/weekly status.

Nice to have:

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Relevant certifications such as ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent, CSM, Safe agile are a plus.

Location:

This position can be based in any of the following locations:

Gurgaon

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Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet.

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