Test Engineering Lead

Groundswell

. Support the development of web-based applications, specifically with automation testing experience .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $97,756 - $137,530 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automation testing and quality assurance program design, with a strong focus on developing test strategies and managing testing teams. Proficient in utilizing test management tools and leading user acceptance testing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Automation Testing ExperienceTest Management Tools ProficiencyLeadership and Mentoring SkillsUser Acceptance Testing (UAT)Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology

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Hard Skills

Software Testing ExperienceTest Strategy DevelopmentTest Plan CreationPerformance Testing KnowledgeRequirements InterpretationQuality Control DocumentationAgile MethodologyData Collection Plans DevelopmentTest Incident Report ReviewTest Environment Design

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

PlaywrightSeleniumLow-Code PlatformsAppianOutsystemsPegaSalesforce

Certifications & Qualifications

Appian Analyst Certification

Industry Keywords

Quality AssuranceSoftware Development Life CycleTest DocumentationTest Data ManagementRemote Team Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLCSelenium

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development of web-based applications, specifically with automation testing experience
Play a strategic role in the overall design and implementation of the quality assurance program
Lead the development of overall test strategy, test environment design, and test data
Provide leadership in the selection and hiring, training, mentoring, and project performance evaluations of testing team members
Plan, execute, and report on software development and maintenance testing
Review and provide recommendations regarding test documentation
Develop test plans and procedures in support of system evaluation based upon specifications and technical data articulated in requirements documents
Develop and implement data collection plans based on data collection requirements, including training for operators and data collectors
Conduct required reviews of all data collection forms and operational logs collected during test
Review Test Incident Reports for accuracy and completeness
Support analysis of documented user requirements and assist in the design of test plans in support of user requirements
Work and collaborate with testing working groups for test-related issues and topics
Provide timely communication regarding upgrades and downtimes, system changes, or common issues
Report bugs and escalate issues as needed
Perform technical reviews and ensure adherence to quality processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in information technology or related discipline from an accredited college or university
5+ years of software testing experience, working with developers, project and release managers, system administrators, business analysts, and database administrators
2+ years of automation testing experience
Experience leading a team and mentoring junior team members
Experience interpreting requirements, writing quality control documentation (e.g. Test Reports), and writing user acceptance test plans (including Acceptance Criteria)
Knowledge of Test Management, Automation toolsets and processes
Knowledge of Performance Testing process and cadence
Proficiency with test automation and test management tools, like Playwright and Selenium
Ability to work independently and communicate and work productively as part of fully remote and/or hybrid teams
Must be a U.S. citizen in accordance with contract requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain any required government security clearance or background check
Working knowledge of the software development life cycle in general and Agile specifically
Experience with low-code platforms (Appian, Outsystems, Pega, Salesforce, etc.)
Experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Appian Analyst Certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
Flexible work schedule
On-site gym and childcare option