QA Lead

About the job
We are seeking a seasoned Rate Test QA Lead with over 10 years of experience in the Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance industry to oversee and lead the testing efforts related to rate calculation functionalities within our insurance software applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in rate testing methodologies, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of driving quality assurance initiatives. If you have a deep understanding of insurance rate testing and are passionate about ensuring the accuracy and reliability of rate calculation functionalities, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive test strategies, plans, and methodologies for testing rate calculation functionalities within P&C insurance software applications.
Define testing objectives, scope, and timelines in alignment with project requirements and business objectives.
Provide technical guidance, support, and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
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.
Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices for rate testing in the P&C insurance industry.


Requirements
Must Have: 
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
10+ years of experience in software quality assurance or testing roles, with a focus on rate testing in the Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance industry.
Deep understanding of Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance concepts, including rate calculation methodologies, policy issuance, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to develop comprehensive test strategies, plans, and methodologies for testing rate calculation functionalities within P&C insurance software applications.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities to lead and guide a team of QA engineers responsible for rate testing activities. 
Ability to provide technical guidance, support, and foster a collaborative team culture.
Proficiency in collaborating with business analysts, product owners, and developers to analyze rate calculation requirements, rate manuals, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory requirements. 
Ability to identify test scenarios and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Solid knowledge of test management tools such as HP ALM, Jira, ADO, Rally or similar