Project Test Lead - Guidewire

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Guidewire Certified
• Must have at least 10 years work experience in Guidewire testing - Policy Center, Claims Center and Jutro
• Must have experience in Property and Casualty Insurance domain
• Should be able to perform hands on testing in Guidewire and leading a team of offshore testers
• Proven experience in creating end-to-end test strategies for big programs
• Excellent communication, coordination with project stakeholders, business, & offshore teams
• Should be able to additionally drive automation, performance, data testing, integrations, and reporting tracks

Roles & Responsibilities Test Lead:

• Develop and implement test strategy ensuring alignment with business objectives and project timelines.

Test Planning & Execution:

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into detailed test plans, test strategy documents, test evaluation reports, and accurate effort estimations.
• Manage and oversee the execution of system integration testing (SIT), functional testing, regression testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and production support.

Stakeholder Management & Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all testing-related activities, maintaining clear and consistent communication with business SMEs, scrum masters, development teams, and senior leadership.
• Provide regular status reports, highlighting progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate effective collaboration and ensure alignment among all stakeholders.

Quality Assurance & Risk Management:

• Establish and enforce quality standards to ensure all project deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
• Identify and proactively address potential risks, developing and implementing effective mitigation plans.
• Make go/no-go decisions based off test results and the toll gate criteria.

Team Leadership:

• Lead a team of offshore testers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage:

Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support:

Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options:

Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth:

Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off:

Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance:

Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Salary Range:

$120,000 - $140,000 a year