ality's Test Engineers are crucial in the company's business model, planning and executing tests on products and features to validate their fit for purpose. The Principal test engineer leads and plans testing across large or multiple teams, providing expertise in various technical areas and specialisms. They are responsible for maintaining and designing test automation frameworks for use as templates and influence both internally and externally with third parties based on testing standards and governance.
Areas of responsibility include implementing the Software Test Life Cycle, which includes test analysis and design, estimation, planning and approach, execution, defect management, and reporting. They are recognized as experts in a core subset of testing practices and provide technical management and guidance. They aim to minimize technical debt in resolving complex problems and ensure automation standards and KPIs are achieved.
