Lead QA Engineer

• This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead QA Engineer based in Canada.
• We are seeking an experienced Lead QA Engineer to drive quality assurance initiatives and ensure the reliability of innovative mobile and web application solutions.
• This role offers the opportunity to lead testing strategies, improve QA processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• You will take ownership of quality standards by designing comprehensive test plans, identifying risks, and ensuring exceptional user experiences.
• The ideal candidate combines strong manual testing expertise with leadership skills and a passion for continuous improvement.
• You will work closely with product managers, developers, designers, and automation specialists to deliver high-quality software products.
• This remote opportunity is suited for a detail-oriented QA professional who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced technology environments.

Accountabilities

The Lead QA Engineer will be responsible for leading quality assurance activities, improving testing practices, and ensuring product reliability across mobile and web platforms.

• Lead the creation and execution of comprehensive test plans, test cases, and testing strategies to validate functionality, usability, and performance.
• Oversee manual testing activities for mobile applications and web applications, including new features, enhancements, and bug fixes.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and designers to understand requirements and provide quality-focused feedback throughout the development process.
• Drive continuous improvement of QA methodologies, processes, and tools to increase testing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Own defect identification, documentation, prioritization, and tracking while collaborating with development teams on timely resolutions.
• Manage regression testing activities to ensure existing functionality remains stable after product updates.
• Conduct exploratory testing to identify usability issues, edge cases, and opportunities for product improvement.
• Partner with automation engineers to support the development of automated testing frameworks, scripts, and tools.
• Mentor and guide QA team members while promoting best practices and a strong quality culture.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has extensive QA experience, strong testing expertise, and the ability to lead quality initiatives in a technology-driven environment.

• 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with significant experience leading QA activities.
• Strong expertise in manual testing of mobile applications and web applications.
• Deep understanding of QA methodologies, testing principles, defect management, and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to create detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on functional and technical requirements.
• Experience using test management tools, issue tracking systems, and version control systems.
• Strong knowledge of software testing lifecycle, regression testing, and exploratory testing techniques.
• Familiarity with mobile platforms including iOS and Android and their specific testing requirements.
• Experience collaborating with automation engineers and supporting automated testing initiatives.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with a proactive, positive, and collaborative mindset.

Benefits

• Fully remote work opportunity.
• Opportunity to lead QA initiatives for innovative digital products.
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional technology teams.
• Professional growth through ownership of quality processes and engineering practices.
• Flexible remote working structure.