Software Test Leader

Missions:

1. Test Execution & Reporting:

   • Develop and       execute detailed test cases for both the complete software solution and       individual software add-ons, covering various protocols, devices, edge       scenarios, and industry-specific challenges.

   • Record test       results, provide regular updates to the project team, and maintain       organized defect tracking.

   • Report and       track defects, ensuring all bugs are properly documented and prioritized.

2. Test Automation & Continuous      Improvement:

   • Design,       develop, and maintain an automation framework tailored to our IoT       environment.

   • Seamlessly       integrate automation testing into CI/CD pipelines.

   • Identify areas       for improvement in automation coverage and drive these enhancements.

   • Keep abreast       of the latest trends and best practices in IoT testing.

   • Regularly       review, assess, and improve testing processes, methodologies, and tools       to ensure optimal performance and results.

3. Collaboration:

   • Work closely       with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand       feature requirements and ensure the developed solution meets customer       needs.

   • Simulate       various scales of device connections and evaluate system performance       under different network conditions to ensure the platform's robustness       and responsiveness.

4. Technical Publications and      Validation Support:

   • Collaborate       with the Technical Publications team to elucidate functional use cases       and help in crafting user-friendly documentation with UI guidance.

   • Act as the primary       liaison for the Validation Team, assisting with bug reproduction,       diagnosis, and resolution.

Skills & Competencies:

1. IoT Protocols and Practices: Proficiency with standard IoT      protocols such as MQTT, CoAP, and HTTP. Understand their operation within individual      components and larger system interactions.

2. Test Automation: Experience with tools and      frameworks like Selenium, JUnit, and TestNG.

3. Integration Expertise: Strong capability in understanding      intricate software systems, including how individual add-ons and      components impact and integrate within a complete software solution.

4. Add-On and Complete Software Testing: Familiarity with the distinct      challenges of testing both software add-ons and the broader software      solutions they enhance.

5. Certifications: Possession of industry-recognized      certifications, such as ISTQB or equivalents, affirming proficiency in      software testing methodologies.

6. Hands-on IoT Expertise: Direct experience with IoT      devices, understanding their intricacies, and familiarity with various      hardware setups, especially as they relate to industrial applications.

Essential Soft Skills:

1. Communication and Teamwork: Ability to articulate complex      issues in a clear manner to both technical and non-technical teams. A      collaborative nature, always striving for harmonious and effective      teamwork.

2. Problem-Solving Abilities: Exceptional capability to diagnose      issues within complex systems and devise effective solutions.

3. Adaptability: Exhibit resilience and agility in      learning, especially when faced with challenges or swift changes.

4. Attention to Detail: Consistent diligence in inspecting      every testing scenario, fully comprehending the high stakes of the      industrial context.

5. Empathy: Understand and anticipate the      needs and operations of industrial users, ensuring the software platform      enhances their daily operations.

Nice to have experience:

· Previous Experience as a Validation Leader: Experience in leading validation teams, providing guidance and direction to ensure high-quality results.

· Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to guide, motivate, and lead teams effectively. Proficiency in fostering collaboration and ensuring timely and efficient execution of tasks.

· Test Plan Creation: Proficient in devising comprehensive test plans, ensuring all necessary scenarios are captured, and resources are effectively utilized.