Hitachi America

QA Test Lead

Hitachi America$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of QA/Test Lead experience in application and backend integration testing
  • 6+ years of experience leading Automation Testing teams with open-source tools
  • Proficient in Selenium Automation using Java
  • Strong expertise in API, Database, Regression, Mobile, Performance, and Load Testing
  • Experience with user journey-driven test scenarios and test data management
  • Demonstrated experience managing offshore QA teams
  • Familiarity with Jenkins, SonarQube, JIRA, and Zephyr
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead various testing initiatives including SIT, functional, regression, and automation tests
  • Define comprehensive test strategies and methodologies
  • Develop user journey-based testing scenarios for complex integrations
  • Mentor and manage offshore QA teams, instilling quality best practices
  • Build and maintain automation frameworks using Selenium and Java
  • Drive adoption of test automation to speed up regression testing
  • Manage and track defects, risks, and quality metrics through the testing lifecycle
  • Collaborate with business and technology teams for complete test coverage
  • Report on testing status and quality metrics to leadership

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
  • Supportive work environment promoting work-life balance
  • Collaborative culture fostering innovation and teamwork
Full Job Description

Function

Cloud & Data Engineering

Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced QA Test Lead to drive end-to-end testing strategy, planning, automation, and execution for enterprise applications and backend system integrations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience managing offshore QA teams, defining test approaches, and implementing automation frameworks to ensure high-quality product delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SIT, functional, regression, automation, API, database, performance, load, and mobile testing initiatives.

• Define test strategies, methodologies, test plans, and test data management approaches.

• Develop user journey-based testing scenarios for complex backend integrations.

• Lead and mentor offshore QA teams and drive quality best practices.

• Build and maintain automation frameworks using Selenium and Java.

• Drive test automation adoption to accelerate regression testing.

• Manage defects, risks, dependencies, and quality metrics throughout the testing lifecycle.

• Collaborate with business and technology teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.

• Track and report testing progress using JIRA and Zephyr.

• Present testing status, quality metrics, and outcomes to leadership.

Mandatory Skills

• 15+ years of QA/Test Lead experience across application and backend integration testing.

• 6+ years leading Automation Testing teams using open-source tools.

• Strong experience with Selenium Automation using Java.

• Expertise in API, Database, Regression, Mobile, Performance, and Load Testing.

• Experience creating user journey-driven test scenarios and managing test data.

• Experience managing offshore QA teams.

• Familiarity with Jenkins, SonarQube, JIRA, and Zephyr.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.

• Goal-oriented mindset with strong focus on product quality and business outcomes.

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About Hitachi America

Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Learn more about Hitachi America
Size
368,247 employees
Industry
Founded
1959
NASDAQ

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