Azure DevOps Test Lead
100% Remote
We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Test Lead to drive quality engineering practices and lead testing efforts across projects. This role focuses on implementing test strategies, automation frameworks, and integrating testing within Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
Define and implement end-to-end test strategies and quality assurance processes
Lead manual and automated testing efforts across applications
Integrate automated testing into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
Design and develop test automation frameworks (UI, API, performance)
Manage test planning, execution, defect tracking, and reporting
Collaborate with development, DevOps, and product teams
Ensure quality standards, best practices, and compliance
Mentor QA engineers and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor test metrics and provide actionable insights
Strong experience with Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Test Plans)
Expertise in test automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, etc.)
Experience in API testing (Postman, RestAssured, etc.)
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Proficiency in programming/scripting (Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#)
Experience with test management and defect tracking tools
Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
Strong knowledge of software testing life cycle (STLC)
Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner)
Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
Experience with BDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow)
Exposure to security testing practices
Strong leadership and team management abilities
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
Preferred certifications:
Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
ISTQB or equivalent QA certification
Experience with shift-left and shift-right testing approaches
Knowledge of AI-driven testing tools
Experience in large-scale enterprise environments