QA Lead | Chennai/Bangalore

We are seeking a seasoned QA Lead to oversee and drive both manual and automated testing processes, ensuring high-quality software delivery. The ideal candidate will also have hands-on experience in performance testing using tools like LoadRunner or JMeter, as well as security testing practices. As a QA Lead, you will lead the QA team, define test strategies, and work cross-functionally to identify and resolve issues early in the development cycle. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the QA team across manual, automation, and non-functional testing Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts Coordinate and execute manual testing for functional, regression, and exploratory test cases Plan and perform performance testing using LoadRunner, JMeter, or equivalent tools Oversee or execute security testing to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance Collaborate with developers, product managers, and DevOps to integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines Ensure test coverage, traceability, and alignment with business requirements Track and report testing progress, defect metrics, and quality KPIs Define and implement best practices for testing processes, documentation, and tools Mentor junior QA engineers and participate in resource planning Required Qualifications: Strong experience in both manual and automation testing in web/mobile environments Proficiency in automation tools such as Selenium, TestNG, Postman, or similar Hands-on experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner Knowledge of security testing principles and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) Experience in test case management tools (e.g., TestRail, Zephyr) and defect tracking (e.g., Jira) Familiarity with CI/CD tools and integrating automated tests into pipelines Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities .