Lead Test Engineer - Senior - 100% remote

Location & Eligibility

This is a 100% remote position. Candidates must reside in the United States and be able to pass both a credit and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Create complex test plan documents utilizing the client’s test standards and templates.
• Perform complex analysis of functional and technical requirements and develop/edit test cases for new or modified systems.
• Document defects/bugs, recommend prioritization, and follow established defect lifecycle procedures.
• Provide coaching to peers on testing practices.
• Run and troubleshoot automated test scripts (UFT) for systems under test.
• Coordinate and execute testing of complex systems during the System Integration Testing phase.
• Participate in SAFe Agile/SDLC activities, including sizing and estimation for complex projects.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert and mentor to peers.
• Create and update manual test cases within approved test tools, building them with automation in mind.
• Execute and maintain automated test cases, updating parameterization files using the client’s UFT framework and troubleshooting XPath issues.
• Produce required documentation (test results, knowledge articles, sign‑off) following the client’s testing standards, tools, and templates.
• Perform advanced root‑cause analysis for defects and provide detailed insights to developers.
• Collaborate with developers, business partners, and other stakeholders to ensure requirements are communicated and satisfied.
• Analyze policy, procedure, and product changes for downstream testing impacts.
• Identify and recommend process, data, or technology improvements, including risk considerations.
• Participate in project and product team meetings, maintaining focus on goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 10+ years of technology testing experience, including complex integration, regression, and functional testing.
• ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL) certification.
• DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation certification.
• Hands‑on experience with UFT automation, XPath troubleshooting, and database testing.
• Proven ability to develop complex test plans and test cases.
• Advanced defect/root‑cause analysis skills.
• Experience with SAFe Agile methodologies and full SDLC participation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor testing teams while working independently on complex assignments.
• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal—and ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Advanced knowledge of testing tools, various database types, and test management processes.
• Experience working in cross‑functional, multi‑dimensional teams and fast‑paced environments with tight deadlines.
• Advanced organizational, planning, and time‑management abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Spending accounts and life insurance.
• Voluntary benefit plans.
• Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan.

Pay

• Open to both W2 and established 1099 arrangements.