QA Automation Lead with P&C

Primary Skills: Oneshield and Automation exp with P&C, better if candidate worked with Hiscox client in past.

·         Lead the test plans, strategies, and methodologies for testing rate calculation functionalities within P&C insurance software applications - OneShield and Earnix

·         Define testing scope, objectives, and timelines in alignment with project requirements and business goals.

·         Perform both manual and automated testing of rate calculation functionalities, including verifying rate tables, rating algorithms, and premium calculations.

·         Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using appropriate tools and frameworks to streamline testing efforts.

·         Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, and developers to analyze rate calculation requirements, rate manuals, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

·         Identify test scenarios and ensure comprehensive test coverage to validate rate calculation logic.

·         Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including business analysts, product owners, developers, and project managers.

·         Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior members of the QA team, including mentoring on testing best practices, methodologies, and tools.

·         Ability to lead the development of comprehensive test plans, strategies, and methodologies for testing rate calculation functionalities within P&C insurance software applications.

·         Strong understanding of P&C insurance, including both Personal Lines and Commercial Lines.

·         Proficiency in Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile environments.

·         Solid knowledge of test management tools such as Jira and Xray

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

·         Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a keen diligence.

·         Experience working in Agile environment following Onsite Offshore mode.

·         Mentor junior performance team members, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise to help them grow and develop in their roles.

·         Basic understanding of Python scripting

·         Experience in AI assisted Quality Assurance