Software Testing Lead

Who Are We❓
We Are Foodics! a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarter in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far! making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region. Also Foodics has achieved three rounds of funding, with the latest raising $170 million in the largest SaaS funding round in MENA, boosting its innovation capabilities to better serve business owners.

The Job in a Nutshell💡

As a Software Testing Lead, you'll be at the heart of ensuring our projects meet the highest quality standards. You'll be responsible for building and leading a strong Testing Team, defining the testing scope for each release, and making sure we have the right resources in place to get the job done. You'll also track key testing metrics to measure success and continuously improve our processes. From planning and deploying testing efforts to ensuring smooth execution, your leadership will play a crucial role in delivering top-notch products!

What Will You Do❓

• Lead and mentor a team of QA automation engineers.
• Define and implement test automation strategies to improve software quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with development, product, and DevOps teams to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Advocate for best QA practices and quality standards across teams.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks for UI, API, and performance testing.
• Design and execute automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, Appium, Cypress, TestNG, and JUnit.
• Manage test data, test environments, and test execution strategies.
• Identify, track, and report software defects, ensuring timely resolution.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive continuous testing process improvements.
• Optimize test execution times and ensure scalable automation solutions.
• Monitor system performance with load, stress, and scalability testing.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business stakeholders to define test requirements.
• Provide clear test reports, defect reports, and quality metrics.
• Promote a shift-left testing approach to catch defects early in the development cycle.

What Are We Looking For❓

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or relevant field
• Experience: 5+ years in software testing, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
• Automation Tools: Proficiency in Selenium, Appium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar frameworks.
• Programming Languages: Strong coding skills in Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#.
• API Testing: Experience with REST Assured, Postman, or SoapUI for API automation.
• CI/CD: Hands-on experience with Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar tools.
• Test Management: Knowledge of tools like JIRA, TestRail, or Xray.
• Performance Testing: Familiarity with JMeter, Gatling, or LoadRunner is a plus.
• Cloud & DevOps: Understanding of AWS, Azure, or GCP testing strategies.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• ISTQB or other relevant certifications.

Who Will Excel❓

• Candidates with previous experience working in Startup, SaaS, F&B, or Fintech industries, possessing certain certifications, and being familiar with specific systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with mobile automation testing (Appium or similar).
• Knowledge of containerized testing using Docker and Kubernetes.

What We Offer You❗

• We believe you will love working at Foodics!
• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in-office, and hybrid work setups.
• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.