Lead Engineer IT

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Gurgaon, Gurugram, Haryana
Senior level
Insurance • Financial Services
The Role
The Lead Engineer IT role involves software testing with a focus on the insurance domain. Responsibilities include designing and executing test cases, mentoring team members in automation testing, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The candidate will work closely with stakeholders, identify defects, and contribute to test planning and requirements analysis.
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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Insurance Domain Techno Functional Tester to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of software testing methodologies coupled with expertise in insurance industry processes, and products. As a Functional Tester, you will collaborate closely with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure the quality and reliability of insurance software systems using manual and automation testing. Your responsibilities will include designing, executing, and documenting test cases, identifying defects, and verifying fixes. You will also participate in requirement analysis, contribute to test planning activities, and support user acceptance testing. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
 
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and functional specifications.
Understand the existing Selenium automation framework code written in Java and then build on top of it, as per the new enhancements.
Understand the existing API automation framework and then build on top of it, as per the new enhancements.
Design and execute test cases based on business requirements and user stories.
Mentor and coach the team about the automation testing and best practices.
Perform functional, regression, and integration testing of insurance software systems.
Able to work on the testing of sprint stories and figure out regression test cases out of them, which can be automated.
Performing all applicable SDLC activities for the work items assigned including requirement analysis, impact analysis and effort estimations.
Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools and techniques.
Verify defect fixes and ensure that software meets quality standards and acceptance criteria.
Participate in requirement analysis and contribute to test planning and estimation activities.
Support user acceptance testing and assist in troubleshooting issues reported by end-users.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
Document test results, create test reports, and provide feedback to stakeholders.
Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Proactive, Self-motivated and ability to work on his/her individual capacity.
Ability to identify automation opportunities and implement automation.
Effective reporting capabilities on daily/weekly status.

Requirements:
 
B.Tech/B.E in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field/MCA.
5-8 years of experience in software testing, preferably in the insurance domain.
Hand On experience in automation tools like Selenium (with Java) & Postman is a must.
Should be able to create automation framework & should be able to implement an automation solution wherever required.
Experience with test management tools & defect management tools like JIRA & QTest.
Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies, techniques, and best practices.
Experience with XML and Database testing is a plus.
Should have hands on experience in Mobile Testing.
Understanding of insurance industry processes, products, and regulations is good to have.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as JIRA.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Relevant certifications such as ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent, CSM, Safe agile are a plus.

Location:

This position can be based in any of the following locations:

Gurgaon

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Top Skills

Java
The Company
HQ: New York, NY
8,709 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1860

What We Do

Who we are

Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence.

Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.

As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues and are building a progressive, innovative and inclusive culture. We uplift individuals and communities through thoughtful social and environmental programs.

What we stand for

In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve.

Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future.

Disclosures:
Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors.
Guardian® is a registered trademark of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. © Copyright 2023 The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America 2023-156184 Exp. 5/25

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