QA Lead , PLM & API (Agile / SAFe) , REMOTE
We are looking for a
QA Lead to support enterprise web and API applications for Enterprise Product Lifecycle Management within an
Agile / SAFe delivery model. This role combines
hands-on testing with
test coordination and quality leadership, acting as the
QA advocate for Scrum teams and ensuring quality is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in
web and API testing, is comfortable working in
Azure DevOps (ADO) for test and defect management, and can effectively collaborate across Product, Development, Business and Release teams.
Key Responsibilities
Test Strategy & Planning
Define and maintain
test strategy, test plans, and test scope for web and API-based applications.
Create, review, and manage
test cases and test scenarios aligned with user stories and acceptance criteria in
Azure DevOps (ADO).
Ensure end-to-end
traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects.
Agile / SAFe Quality Leadership
Serve as the
QA advocate within Scrum teams, promoting a shift-left and quality-first mindset.
Participate in
Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
Partner with Product Owners and Developers to ensure clear acceptance criteria and testable designs.
Test Execution (Hands-on)
Perform
manual, exploratory, regression, and integration testing for web applications.
Execute
API testing using Postman or similar tools to validate endpoints, data integrity, and integration workflows.
Support
end-to-end testing across dependent systems and services.
Test & Defect Coordination
Manage
test execution and defect tracking in
Azure DevOps (ADO).
Lead or actively participate in
defect triage meetings, ensuring proper prioritization and resolution.
Communicate testing status, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders and leadership.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Provide clear test status reports, defect metrics, and quality insights.
Identify quality risks early and drive mitigation plans.
Contribute to process improvements and QA best practices within the Agile framework.
Required Qualifications
• 7-10 years of experience in QA testing and test coordination roles.
• Strong hands-on experience in web application testing and API testing.
• Solid experience working in Agile or SAFe environments.
• Hands-on experience with test case management and defect tracking
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with PLM or enterprise integration programs
• Familiarity with ADO(Or Similar test management) and Agile release processes.
• Has led QA for at least 2 releases in an Agile/SAFe environment
• Exposure to Supply Chain, Order Management, or Manufacturing workflows.
• Experience coordinating QA activities across multiple Scrum teams.
• Experience working under tight deadlines and managing pressure effectively.
• Strong skills in tracking and reporting QA KPIs to ensure quality objectives are met.
• Prior experience in enterprise-level integration projects.
Skill
Your Experience in Years
Web & API Testing Expertise
Agile / SAFe Quality Leadership
Test Strategy, Planning & Traceability
Test & Defect Coordination in Azure DevOps (ADO)
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