FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the Lead Quality Engineer?
The primary responsibility of the Lead Quality Engineer is to design, test, troubleshoot, and debug complex software applications while collaborating with software engineers, architects, and management to develop the next generation of infrastructure, tools, frameworks, and services.
What kind of projects will the Lead Quality Engineer be involved in?
The Lead Quality Engineer will be involved in projects that range from conceptualizing ideas, conducting research and rapid prototyping, to testing, software design, implementation, and deployment of IT products and solutions.
What qualifications are required for this position?
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is required, along with 8+ years of hands-on experience with related technologies.
What expertise is expected regarding Windows Systems?
The candidate must have a strong understanding of Windows Systems administration and Windows Server roles, as well as Microsoft Active Directory or Azure Active Directory.
Will the successful applicant need to work with cloud technologies?
Yes, moderate knowledge of virtualization technologies and cloud-computing platforms such as Azure and AWS is expected.
What types of testing will the Lead Quality Engineer be performing?
The Lead Quality Engineer will perform various types of testing, including agile test planning and execution across automation, functional, performance, stress, and scalability testing, as well as exploratory testing focusing on end user experiences.
Is knowledge of CI/CD important for this role?
While not required, knowledge of CI/CD deployment models is considered optional but beneficial for the role.
What role does defect management play in this position?
Defect management involves bug reporting, validation, and regression testing, ensuring product integration loopbacks to maintain software quality.
What kind of interactions will the Lead Quality Engineer have with other teams?
The Lead Quality Engineer will interface with Product Managers, Architects, Engineers, Field/Sales Readiness teams, and Technical Support teams to ensure product development aligns with customer needs and to troubleshoot escalations.
Are there any preferred skills that would enhance a candidate's application for this role?
Preferred skills include knowledge of Splunk or other logging platforms, as well as experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python, which can enhance the ability to automate testing and improve the overall efficiency of quality processes.