QA Lead-Test Engineering at Nielsen

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

MediaIndustries

Requirements

Graduate in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
Experience with tools - Jira and Software Development and Collaboration tools such as Confluence
Previous experience in QA Lead
Strong testing, functional, analytical and technical abilities, ability to find bugs, attention to detail, troubleshooting, able to document in details tests performed
Basic knowledge of database management, SQL, Microsoft SQL SERVER and administration task
Detailed oriented
Experience in test planning, design & execution
Exposure to stress, reliability and performance testing
Experience in leadership
Preferred
Experience with highly critical production environments. Understand the importance of production environments (test, deploy)
Test automation (GUI, WEB & Windows app)
Experience in writing unit/integration tests including test automation
Improve product quality by identifying, implementing and using automated testing tools and frameworks
Strong analytical and communication skills
Java/J2EE experience on Linux
Familiarity with Hadoop Java software development
Familiarity with a messaging bus, such as AMQ and Kafka
SQL Programming (PostgresSQL)
Experience in building RESTful APIs
Work with web technology including AWS, Docker, Java, Python, Javascript, React/Redux

Responsibilities

Plan for test teams and environments to have the right tools (manual and/or automated) in place enabling ability to deliver consistent and quality output
Assist testers in test planning
Support other test team members for the implementation of testing related activities
Review requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
Execute, estimate, prioritize, plan and coordinate testing activities
Identify the testable requirements and prepare the test strategy for each of the testing types identified
Maintain and evolve formal QA testing processes for a software development team
Monitor the effectiveness of testing and bring about improvement through insights gained via analysis

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JiraConfluenceSQLMicrosoft SQL ServerTest PlanningTest DesignTest ExecutionRequirements ReviewTroubleshootingDatabase ManagementQA Processes

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the QA Lead-Test Engineering position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this QA Lead role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for the QA Lead position?

Required skills include strong testing, functional, analytical and technical abilities, basic knowledge of database management, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and experience in test planning, design & execution. Additional requirements are experience with Jira and Confluence, attention to detail, troubleshooting, and leadership experience.

What is the company culture like at Nielsen?

Nielsen features a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and making an impact together, with a global workforce dedicated to capturing audience engagement and powering a better media future.

What makes a strong candidate for this QA Lead role?

A strong candidate will have a graduate degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science, previous QA Lead experience, proficiency in test planning and execution, strong analytical skills, SQL knowledge, and preferably experience with test automation, Java, AWS, Docker, and production environments.

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters

1963Year Founded

$45.1MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.

Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.

Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.

The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.

Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.

Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.

Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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