Job Description

We are looking for an experienced QA Lead to manage the testing and quality processes for web and GIS-based applications. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in manual and automation testing, GIS data validation, and functional testing of large-scale, map-driven systems.
The role requires close collaboration with development, GIS, and business teams to ensure end-to-end product quality and compliance with enterprise project standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. QA Strategy & Planning

• Define and execute the QA strategy, test plans, and test cases for web and GIS components.

• Plan and manage testing activities across multiple sprints and releases.

• Identify and document test scenarios for both functional and spatial data workflows.

• Lead the QA team to ensure coverage and consistency across test cycles.

2. Testing & Validation

• Perform functional, regression, integration, and system testing of web applications.

• Validate GIS data accuracy -- map layers, coordinates, spatial queries, and metadata consistency.

• Test map rendering, layer overlays, geoprocessing tools, and API integrations.

• Automate critical test scenarios using frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, or Postman Collections.

• Conduct API testing and validation of backend services (REST/JSON).

3. Quality Control & Reporting

• Track and report defects through JIRA or Azure DevOps.

• Coordinate defect triage and ensure timely resolutions with the dev team.

• Maintain detailed QA documentation -- test plans, results, and quality metrics.

• Implement and monitor quality KPIs for project delivery.

4. Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with developers, GIS SMEs, BAs, and DevOps for seamless release management.

• Provide technical guidance to junior QA engineers.

• Participate in client demos and user acceptance testing (UAT).

Requirements
Required Skills & Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in QA, with at least 2+ years in a lead capacity.

• Strong understanding of Web and GIS application testing.

• Experience with:

• Automation Tools: Selenium, Postman, JMeter, Cypress

• GIS Tools: QGIS, ArcGIS Online, GeoServer testing, or similar

• Databases: PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Oracle Spatial

• Experience validating map services (WMS/WFS) and geospatial data workflows.

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodology and sprint-based testing.

• Strong analytical, debugging, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Geoinformatics, or Engineering.

• Exposure to enterprise-grade GIS digital platforms

• Experience in performance testing and API automation frameworks.

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and QA automation integration.

Soft Skills

• Leadership and mentoring ability.

• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

• Clear communication and collaboration skills.

• Ownership mindset and commitment to delivery quality.

Skills Required