Test Architect

Client looking for 15+ Years of experience.

Title: Test Architect with Insurance Domain
Location: Portsmouth NH or Indianapolis IN(Hybrid)
Locals Required
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Job Description:

Test Strategy & Planning
Develop and maintain enterprise-wide test strategies aligned with business objectives and technical architecture
Create comprehensive test plans that cover functional, non-functional, and integration testing requirements
Define testing standards, methodologies, and best practices across multiple projects and teams
Establish test estimation frameworks and resource allocation strategies
Design test data management strategies and environment provisioning approaches
Create and maintain testing documentation templates and governance processes
Risk and Impact Analysis
Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential quality bottlenecks and system vulnerabilities
Perform impact analysis for system changes, upgrades, and new feature implementations
Identify and prioritize business-critical scenarios and user journeys for comprehensive testing coverage
Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans for high-impact testing scenarios
Create risk-based testing approaches to optimize testing efforts and resource utilization
Establish early warning systems and quality gates to prevent downstream issues
End-to-End System Integration Testing
Orchestrate complex integration testing scenarios across multiple systems, platforms, and environments
Design and implement integration test frameworks that validate data flow, API interactions, and system dependencies
Coordinate testing activities across distributed teams and third-party vendors
Establish integration testing environments and data synchronization processes
Create automated integration test suites for continuous validation
Manage integration testing schedules and resolve cross-system dependencies
Technical Guidance & Leadership
Provide technical mentorship and guidance to testing teams on advanced testing approaches and methodologies
Evaluate, select, and implement testing tools and technologies that align with organizational needs
Lead proof-of-concept initiatives for new testing tools and frameworks
Establish automation strategies and oversee the development of automated testing solutions
Create technical training programs and knowledge sharing sessions for testing teams
Review and approve technical testing designs and implementation approaches
Cross Portfolio Collaboration
Partner with product managers, architects, developers, and business stakeholders to align testing strategies with business goals
Facilitate communication between testing teams across different portfolios and business units
Participate in architecture review boards and technical design sessions to influence testability
Coordinate with DevOps teams to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines
Collaborate with release management teams to ensure quality gates and testing checkpoints
Work with vendor management teams to establish testing requirements for third-party integrations
Non-Functional Testing Oversight
Design and implement performance testing strategies including load, stress, and scalability testing
Establish security testing frameworks and coordinate with cybersecurity teams for vulnerability assessments
Oversee accessibility testing to ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines and regulatory requirements
Implement usability testing approaches and coordinate with UX teams
Design reliability and disaster recovery testing scenarios
Create monitoring and alerting strategies for production quality metrics
Quality Metrics & Reporting
Define and implement comprehensive quality metrics and KPIs that provide actionable insights
Create executive-level dashboards and reporting mechanisms for quality visibility
Establish test coverage metrics and ensure adequate coverage across all testing dimensions
Implement defect tracking and analysis processes to identify trends and improvement opportunities
Generate regular quality reports for stakeholders and leadership teams
Conduct post-release quality assessments and lessons learned sessions

Required Education:
Masters or Engineering degree

Required Experience:
15+ years of experience in software testing with at least 5 years in architectural or leadership roles
Expert knowledge of testing methodologies including Agile, DevOps, and Continuous Testing practices
Proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks (Selenium, Cypress, REST Assured, etc.)
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integration with testing tools
Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling)
Knowledge of security testing tools and methodologies
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and containerization technologies
Leadership & Communication
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Excellent communication skills with ability to present to executive leadership
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Experience in mentoring and developing testing professionals
Ability to translate business requirements into technical testing strategies
Domain Knowledge
Understanding of enterprise architecture patterns and system integration approaches
Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA as applicable)
Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems testing
Familiarity with database technologies and data validation approaches
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level, CSTE, or equivalent
Experience in P&C industry
Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI/ML testing, IoT testing, or blockchain testing
Experience with offshore/nearshore team coordination and management