- Title: E-Commerce Test Lead
- Skills: Commerce Tools Platform , eCommerce platforms SFDC, Shopify, BigCommerce, or similar/
- Experience: 10 + years
- Location: Houston TX or Chicago IL
- Duration: Contract
Role Summary:We are seeking an experienced
E-Commerce Test Lead to drive end-to-end quality for a
new eCommerce platform being built from scratch. This role owns overall QE delivery and works closely
onsite with Project Managers, Business teams, Development, and QE leadership to ensure a high-quality, scalable eCommerce solution. The platform may utilize
Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFDC), Shopify, or BigCommerce.
Key Responsibilities - Own and lead QE strategy and delivery for the eCommerce program.
- Define test strategy, test plans, quality gates, and release readiness criteria.
- Act as the single point of accountability for quality across the project.
- Collaborate onsite with Business, Product, Project, Development, and QE Managers.
- Lead and mentor QE team members (manual and automation).
- Ensure comprehensive testing of eCommerce features including catalog, pricing, promotions, cart, checkout, payments, orders, and integrations.
- Drive test automation strategy (UI, API, integration) and CI/CD alignment.
- Track and report quality metrics, risks, and status to leadership.
- Support UAT, production readiness, and go-live activities.
Required Skills & Experience - 8+ years of experience in Quality Engineering / Testing
- 2+ years in a QE Lead role
- Hands-on experience with Commerce Tools Platform, eCommerce platforms (SFDC, Shopify, BigCommerce, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of web, API, and integration testing
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work onsite and engage daily with cross-functional teams
Preferred - Experience with automation frameworks and DevOps/CI-CD pipelines
- Knowledge of performance, security, and accessibility testing
- Experience supporting large-scale eCommerce launches