QTest Architect (Test Design and Test Execution experience)

Everest Global Solutions - Lisle, IL

Full-time - Senior

Lisle, IL

About the position

The QTest Architect role focuses on leveraging expertise in Test Design and Test Execution to create and manage structured test cases, scenarios, and workflows. The position aims to ensure optimal test coverage and efficiency while aligning with quality standards. The architect will utilize qTest capabilities to facilitate high-quality test management across the organization, emphasizing collaboration with QA teams and integration with CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Define comprehensive test design strategies that align with project goals and testing standards.
• Develop structured test case libraries in qTest that maximize coverage, ensure reusability, and reduce maintenance effort.
• Work with QA teams to identify gaps in test coverage and address them proactively.
• Configure, customize, and manage the qTest tool according to project needs.
• Ensure seamless integration of qTest with CI/CD pipelines and other tools like Jira, Jenkins, and Git.
• Maintain qTest project configurations, workflows, and user permissions.
• Create and optimize automation frameworks using tools compatible with qTest, such as Selenium, Appium, or Tricentis Tosca.
• Drive best practices for automation, including script maintenance and version control.
• Configure qTest to support advanced test design needs, such as custom fields, workflows, and test case linking.
• Leverage qTest's features, like Parameters and Data Sets, to create modular and data-driven test cases.
• Coordinate with development, product, testers, and business teams to define clear test scenarios based on requirements and user stories.
• Ensure all relevant test cases are linked to requirements, allowing traceability within qTest.
• Provide training and support to team members on using qTest effectively.
• Establish and promote best practices for test design, organization, and execution within qTest.
• Guide team members on effective usage of qTest for organizing test cases, applying test design patterns, and using exploratory testing techniques.
• Regularly review and update test cases, scenarios, and suites to ensure they stay current with evolving product functionality.
• Design test cases with automation in mind, ensuring they are modular and easy to integrate with automation frameworks.
• Work closely with automation engineers to align test design with automation strategies.
• Use qTest reporting and analytics to track test coverage, progress, and quality metrics.
• Provide insights and recommendations to stakeholders based on test design and execution data within qTest.

Requirements

• Proficiency with qTest and other test management tools (Mandatory)
• Certification in QTest (Mandatory)
• Experience with test automation frameworks (Selenium, Appium, Tricentis Tosca) - Mandatory
• Strong understanding of CI/CD practices and tools (Jenkins, GitLab) - Mandatory
• Minimum 12 to 15 years experience in Software Testing.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and collaboration tools (Jira).
• Ability to analyze complex systems and define clear testing requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.