Dear Aspirant!

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our vibrant international team.

Siemens founded the new business unit Siemens Advanta (formerly known as Siemens IoT Services) on April 1, 2019, with its headquarter in Munich, Germany. It has been crafted to unlock the digital future of its clients by offering end-to-end support on their outstanding digitalization journey. Siemens Advanta is a strategic advisor and a trusted implementation partner in digital transformation and industrial IoT with a global network of more than 8000 employees in 10 countries and 21 offices. Highly skilled and authoritative specialists offer services which range from consulting to craft & prototyping to solution & implementation and operation - everything out of one hand!

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Test Lead to join our Quality Assurance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software testing and quality assurance, with a proven track record of leading testing teams and managing complex testing projects. The Senior Test Lead will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the testing process to ensure high-quality software releases.

We are looking for: Senior Test Lead.

You’ll make a difference by:

Leadership & Management:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of testers, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Develop and implement testing strategies, plans, and processes in alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Coordinate and manage all testing activities during every phase of the software development lifecycle.

Test Planning & Execution:

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases based on project requirements.
• Ensure thorough testing of software applications, including functional, regression, performance, and security testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues, working closely with development teams to resolve them.

Quality Assurance:

• Establish and enforce QA standards, practices, and procedures to maintain high-quality software products.
• Continuously improve testing processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct root cause analysis on identified defects to prevent future occurrences.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Communicate test results, progress, and risks to stakeholders, providing clear and actionable insights.
• Facilitate and participate in project meetings, reviews, and retrospectives.

Technical Expertise:

• Utilize automated testing tools and frameworks to enhance test coverage and efficiency.
• Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in software testing and quality assurance.
• Troubleshoot complex testing issues and provide technical solutions to testing challenges.

You’ll win us over by

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior role.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail) and defect tracking systems.
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, QTP, LoadRunner).
• Strong knowledge of various testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, V-Model).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Certifications (Preferred):

• ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities

Join us and be yourself!

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.

Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.

This role is based in Bangalore. You’ll also get to visit other locations in India and beyond, so you’ll need to go where this journey takes you. In return, you’ll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries – and the shape of things to come.

We’re Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow ‘s reality.