Overview
We are seeking a Test Lead for a 6-month contract to oversee testing and quality assurance in an e-commerce replatforming initiative. The role involves collaboration with third-party partners and requires expertise in enterprise-level testing to ensure a smooth go-live transition. The Test Lead will work closely with senior stakeholders and manage the testing processes across various platforms, including Shopify and Salesforce.
Responsibilities
- Own test and QA processes across e-commerce platforms, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Lead performance and regression testing efforts in preparation for go-live.
- Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and integration testing with business users and external partners.
- Review existing test plans, identify gaps, and ensure they are addressed.
- Manage defect tracking and produce clear, actionable reporting on testing progress and risks.
- Standardize QA practices across third-party testing resources.
- Train internal teams on effective QA methodologies.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Test Lead or QA Lead in an enterprise environment.
- Hands-on technical testing skills with a focus on performance, regression, integration testing, and UAT.
- Strong understanding of end-to-end e-commerce order flows.
- Experience testing back-end systems, including legacy environments.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate QA activities with third-party resources.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey risk and status to senior stakeholders.
- Structured organizational skills with attention to detail.