E-Commerce Test Lead

E-Commerce Test Lead (Houston, TX, 77086), (Chicago, IL, 60691) | 05/01/26

Job Description Title:

E-Commerce Test Lead Skills:

Commerce Tools Platform , eCommerce platforms SFDC, Shopify, BigCommerce, or similar/

Experience:

10 + years

Location:

 Houston TX or Chicago IL

Duration:

Contract Role Summary:

We are seeking an experienced E-Commerce Test Lead to drive end-to-end quality for a new eCommerce platform being built from scratch. This role owns overall QE delivery and works closely onsite with Project Managers, Business teams, Development, and QE leadership to ensure a high-quality, scalable eCommerce solution. The platform may utilize Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFDC), Shopify, or BigCommerce. Key Responsibilities Own and lead QE strategy and delivery for the eCommerce program. Define test strategy, test plans, quality gates, and release readiness criteria. Act as the single point of accountability for quality across the project. Collaborate onsite with Business, Product, Project, Development, and QE Managers. Lead and mentor QE team members (manual and automation). Ensure comprehensive testing of eCommerce features including catalog, pricing, promotions, cart, checkout, payments, orders, and integrations. Drive test automation strategy (UI, API, integration) and CI/CD alignment. Track and report quality metrics, risks, and status to leadership. Support UAT, production readiness, and go-live activities. Required Skills & Experience 8+ years of experience in Quality Engineering / Testing 2+ years in a QE Lead role Hands-on experience with Commerce Tools Platform, eCommerce platforms (SFDC, Shopify, BigCommerce, or similar) Strong knowledge of web, API, and integration testing Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Ability to work onsite and engage daily with cross-functional teams Preferred Experience with automation frameworks and DevOps/CI-CD pipelines Knowledge of performance, security, and accessibility testing Experience supporting large-scale eCommerce launches E-Commerce Test Lead 1E-Commerce ContractUnited States