Software Quality Assurance Technical Lead Location: Phoenix, AZ 85012 (Hybrid) 6 Months Contract to Hire (W2) Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Technical Lead to drive our automation strategy and enhance our testing capabilities. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust automation frameworks, leading a team of QA engineers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software through innovative testing practices. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in modern testing methodologies and a proven track record of implementing effective automation solutions. Key Responsibilities • Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable and maintainable automation frameworks from scratch, utilizing industry best practices. • Streamline and maintain the existing functional testing framework, Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) methodologies, working closely with development and product teams to define and automate test scenarios using Gherkin syntax. • Mentor and guide a team of QA engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and quality assurance. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, product, DevOps) to understand requirements, define test strategies, and ensure comprehensive test coverage. • Develop and maintain automated tests for web applications, APIs, and other software components using Selenium WebDriver and Java. • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and continuous quality feedback. • Implement and maintain robust reporting mechanisms for test results and quality metrics (e.g., using Grafana or similar tools). • Champion best practices in software quality assurance, including test case design, defect management, and root cause analysis. • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in software testing and automation. • Participate in code reviews of automation scripts and framework components. • Troubleshoot and debug complex technical issues in both test environments and production.