QA Test Lead @ Altimetrik Poland

8–10 years of experience in Quality Engineering / Software Testing, with at least 3–4 years in a lead role. Proven experience leading distributed QA/SDET teams in Agile/Scrum environments. Strong background as a hands-on SDET / Automation Lead (web, mobile, API). Strong understanding of test automation across UI (web and mobile) and API layers. Proficiency with at least one programming language (Java or Python preferred) and experience working with modern automation frameworks (Selenium/Appium/Rest Assured or equivalents). Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions), version control (Git), and test execution on grids/device farms. Familiarity with API testing, JSON/XML payloads, and microservices-based architectures. Strong Python programming skills and familiarity with libraries like LangChain and related ecosystems. Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum, DevOps practices, and continuous testing Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, XRay or similar, Confluence). Solid understanding of metrics and KPIs for quality (defect density, leakage, automation coverage, cycle time, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communication; able to work effectively with product owners, architects, developers, DevOps, and business stakeholders. Experience testing large-scale web/mobile platforms; experience in regulated or data-sensitive domains is an advantage. Understanding of security, privacy, and compliance considerations in testing (preferred). Nice to have but not required: Advanced GenAI/AI engineering expertise, including Experience with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architectures, understanding of AI-based applications and agentic AI workflows. Ability to evaluate AI/QE accelerators and integrate them into existing QA processes and frameworks Experience designing or using QE accelerators and AI-assisted test tools. Ability to mentor other team members in consuming AI toolchains and interpreting AI outputs. Altimetrik Poland is a digital enablement company. We deliver bite-size outcomes to enterprises and startups from all industries in an agile way to help them scale and accelerate their businesses. We are unique in Poland's IT market. Our differentiators are an innovation-first approach, a strong focus on core development, and an ability to attack the challenging and complex problems of the biggest companies in the world. We are looking for QA Test Lead that will be responsible for defining and driving the overall Quality Engineering strategy for one or more product domains. This role leads a team of SDETs and QE engineers, ensuring high-quality releases across web, mobile, and API channels, with strong emphasis on automation, shift-left practices, and adoption of AI-enabled quality engineering capabilities. 🔥We grow fast. 🤓We learn a lot. 🤹We prefer to do things instead of just talking about them. If you would like to work in an environment that values trust and empowerment... don't hesitate, just apply ,[Own end-to-end QA strategy and test planning for assigned product/domain, covering functional, regression, integration, non-functional, and UAT testing., Define and maintain test approaches, risk-based coverage, and entry/exit criteria for each release and environment., Embed QA activities into backlog refinement, sprint planning, and development workflows (shift-left)., Align test scope with product priorities and release timelines in collaboration with Product and Engineering., Ensure high-value scenarios are automated and integrated into CI/CD pipelines for fast feedback., Review and approve framework design decisions, code quality, and reusability of automation assets., Collaborate with DevOps to define and maintain test environments, smoke suites, and regression packs., Drive continuous improvement of automation suites—stability, performance, coverage, and execution time., Guide the team on safe and effective use of test design, test data generation, log/defect analysis, and root cause analysis., Lead and mentor SDETs and QE Engineers; perform workload distribution, coaching, and performance feedback., Conduct regular reviews of test scenarios, automation scripts, and test reports to maintain high standards., Establish and publish QA dashboards; communicate quality status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders., Facilitate defect triage and Root Cause Analysis sessions; ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and tracked., Champion a culture of quality-first mindset, continuous learning within the QA team.] Requirements: Testing, QA, API, Test automation, UI, Java, Python, Selenium, Appium, REST API, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Git, API testing, JSON, XML, Jira, Xray, Confluence, GenAI, RAG, Agentic AI Tools: Agile, Scrum. Additionally: Small teams, International projects, Private healthcare, Modern office, Startup atmosphere, No dress code.