QA lead -Performance Testing

QA lead -Performance Testing

Photon

Washington, DC • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Lead Performance Test Engineer

We are looking for a Lead Performance Test Engineer with 12+ years of experience to own performance testing strategy and execution for large scale B2B and B2C web platforms in the automotive domain. This role requires strong hands on performance testing expertise along with the ability to lead teams and engage directly with customer stakeholders.

What You Will Do

  • Define and own the overall performance testing strategy across programs
  • Lead and mentor a team of performance test engineers
  • Act as the primary performance testing point of contact for customer stakeholders
  • Translate business and non functional requirements into clear performance goals
  • Drive hands on performance test design and scripting using k6 with JavaScript
  • Review test results and guide teams on performance improvements
  • Work closely with architects, developers, and DevOps teams to resolve bottlenecks

What We Are Looking For

  • 12+ years of experience in performance testing with strong hands on expertise
  • Proven experience in a Lead or Manager role managing performance testing teams
  • Strong hands on experience scripting performance tests using k6 and JavaScript
  • Deep understanding of performance testing concepts, methodologies, and metrics
  • Experience defining performance strategies for complex enterprise systems
  • Ability to communicate clearly with senior customer and engineering stakeholders

Tool Stack

  • Performance Testing: k6 with JavaScript is mandatory
  • API Testing: Postman, Java with Rest Assured
  • Visualization and Reporting: Grafana

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 48,000 Maximum Compensation: USD 168,000 Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role. Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees. This position is available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post




Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Quality Assurance Lead?

A: To succeed as a Quality Assurance Lead, key technical skills include expertise in software testing methodologies, such as Agile and DevOps, as well as proficiency in testing tools like Selenium and JIRA. Soft skills like effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities are also crucial, enabling the lead to collaborate with cross-functional teams, identify and mitigate quality risks, and drive process improvements. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Quality Assurance Lead can drive quality excellence, ensure customer satisfaction, and contribute to the overall success of the organization, ultimately supporting their career growth and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Quality Assurance Lead?

A: A Quality Assurance Lead typically follows a career progression from entry-level roles such as Quality Assurance Tester or Junior Quality Assurance Engineer, to mid-level positions like Quality Assurance Engineer or Senior Quality Assurance Tester, and eventually to senior roles like Quality Assurance Lead or Director of Quality Assurance. Along the way, they develop key skills in testing methodologies, software development life cycles, and project management, as well as leadership and communication skills to effectively manage teams and drive quality initiatives. With experience and expertise, a Quality Assurance Lead can transition into related roles such as IT Project Manager, Product Owner, or even move into leadership positions in other areas of the organization, such as Operations or Business Development.