MindSource
Job Title: Lead QA Engineer
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid – Local candidates preferred)
Job Type: Contract (6 Months)
Base pay range: $45.00/hr - $50.00/hr
Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and self‑motivated Lead QA Engineer to support multiple high‑impact projects in Sunnyvale, CA. This role will own the overall quality and testing strategy, ensuring successful delivery of QA milestones, adherence to best practices, and on‑time releases. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and play a key role in delivering high‑quality products in a fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of QA Engineers and SDETs, driving quality initiatives and defining quality metrics
Own all QA activities across the product lifecycle including planning, execution, and delivery
Develop, review, and maintain test strategies, test plans, and detailed test cases
Execute functional, regression, integration, and end‑to‑end testing
Identify, document, and troubleshoot defects; perform root cause analysis and prevent reoccurrence
Promote and expand test automation coverage using industry best practices
Coach, mentor, and support junior team members; lead knowledge‑sharing sessions
Ensure deliverables meet functional and design specifications
Collaborate with Project Managers, Developers, Content Managers, and Release Engineers to meet deadlines
Escalate QA risks and issues and drive timely resolution
Continuously improve QA processes, tools, and methodologies
Plan, assign, and track QA tasks to ensure timely project completion
Participate in interviews, hiring, and onboarding of new QA team members
Required Qualifications
6+ years of experience testing web and mobile applications
2+ years of experience leading QA or Quality Engineering teams in a hands‑on role
Strong understanding of SDLC, QA methodologies, and testing best practices
Hands‑on experience with test planning, execution, and automation implementation
Experience with automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver, Appium, Protractor, Mocha, Jasmine, and TestNG
Solid understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, XML, JSON, REST APIs)
Experience with modern front‑end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
Experience testing APIs, backend systems, databases, and mobile platforms (iOS/Android)
Familiarity with GitLab and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins
Proven ability to mentor and motivate QA teams and drive accountability
Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
Experience working in agile or fast‑paced environments
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Passion for quality and continuous improvement
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid – Local candidates preferred)
Job Type: Contract (6 Months)
Base pay range: $45.00/hr - $50.00/hr
Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and self‑motivated Lead QA Engineer to support multiple high‑impact projects in Sunnyvale, CA. This role will own the overall quality and testing strategy, ensuring successful delivery of QA milestones, adherence to best practices, and on‑time releases. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and play a key role in delivering high‑quality products in a fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of QA Engineers and SDETs, driving quality initiatives and defining quality metrics
Own all QA activities across the product lifecycle including planning, execution, and delivery
Develop, review, and maintain test strategies, test plans, and detailed test cases
Execute functional, regression, integration, and end‑to‑end testing
Identify, document, and troubleshoot defects; perform root cause analysis and prevent reoccurrence
Promote and expand test automation coverage using industry best practices
Coach, mentor, and support junior team members; lead knowledge‑sharing sessions
Ensure deliverables meet functional and design specifications
Collaborate with Project Managers, Developers, Content Managers, and Release Engineers to meet deadlines
Escalate QA risks and issues and drive timely resolution
Continuously improve QA processes, tools, and methodologies
Plan, assign, and track QA tasks to ensure timely project completion
Participate in interviews, hiring, and onboarding of new QA team members
Required Qualifications
6+ years of experience testing web and mobile applications
2+ years of experience leading QA or Quality Engineering teams in a hands‑on role
Strong understanding of SDLC, QA methodologies, and testing best practices
Hands‑on experience with test planning, execution, and automation implementation
Experience with automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver, Appium, Protractor, Mocha, Jasmine, and TestNG
Solid understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, XML, JSON, REST APIs)
Experience with modern front‑end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
Experience testing APIs, backend systems, databases, and mobile platforms (iOS/Android)
Familiarity with GitLab and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins
Proven ability to mentor and motivate QA teams and drive accountability
Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
Experience working in agile or fast‑paced environments
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Passion for quality and continuous improvement
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MindSource by 2x
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