QA Lead

CI&T

. Define, implement, and continuously evolve the QA strategy for the project, covering test planning, execution, and reporting .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • BrazilSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in defining and implementing QA strategies, including test planning, execution, and reporting, while leveraging AI tools for enhanced QA efficiency. Proven ability to lead QA teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and establish quality standards in Agile environments.

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QA Strategy DevelopmentTest Automation ConceptsAI Tools Application in QAAgile Methodologies ExperienceQA Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Test Case DesignTest ExecutionDefect TrackingFunctional TestingRegression TestingIntegration TestingNon-Functional TestingTest Automation FrameworksCI/CD PipelinesQuality Metrics Reporting

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Self-OrganizationProblem-Solving SkillsProactive MindsetConsultative Approach

Tools & Technologies

AI-Assisted Test Case GenerationAI-Powered Test AutomationAI-Driven Defect Analysis

Industry Keywords

Digital ConsultingQA ProcessesAgile DeliveryClient Compliance StandardsQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, implement, and continuously evolve the QA strategy for the project, covering test planning, execution, and reporting
Work directly with client teams to learn business rules, user flows, and overall project functioning
Translate business understanding into effective test coverage
Design, produce, and execute manual and automated test cases
Perform functional, regression, integration, and non-functional testing
Communicate test results, risks, and quality metrics to technical and business stakeholders
Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product owners to clarify requirements and identify edge cases
Lead and mentor QA professionals
Establish team-wide quality standards and best practices
Organize and prioritize testing activities independently while managing competing deadlines
Apply AI tools to test design, test data generation, defect analysis, and QA efficiency
Document test plans, processes, and quality reports for standardization and alignment with client compliance and performance standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excellent communication skills in English, with the confidence and clarity to engage directly with the client's teams
Strong self-organization and autonomy, with a proven ability to manage priorities and deliver without close supervision
Solid technical background in QA, including test case design, execution, defect tracking, and test automation concepts
Strong business-oriented mindset and interest in learning the project's business rules and overall functioning
Current, practical experience using AI tools applied to QA, such as AI-assisted test case generation, AI-powered test automation, or AI-driven defect analysis
Experience with Agile methodologies and QA processes within Agile delivery
Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
Proactive, consultative mindset with the ability to lead discussions and influence quality-related decisions
Hands-on experience working in an agentic AI setting applied to QA is a stand-out requirement
Experience acting as a QA Lead or similar role embedded directly with client teams is a stand-out requirement
Background in leading QA teams and building quality processes from the ground up is a stand-out requirement
Familiarity with test automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines is a stand-out requirement
Experience working in digital consulting environments is a stand-out requirement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and dental insurance
Meal and food allowance
Childcare assistance
Extended paternity leave
Partnership with gyms and health and wellness professionals via Wellhub (Gympass) TotalPass
Profit Sharing and Results Participation (PLR)
Life insurance
Continuous learning platform (CI&T University)
Discount club
Free online platform dedicated to physical, mental, and overall well-being
Pregnancy and responsible parenting course
Partnerships with online learning platforms
Language learning platform
Inclusion support and accommodations during the selection process
Dedicated Health and Well-being team, inclusion specialists, and affinity groups