Job Title: Test Lead (OTT Streaming Platforms experience is mandatory)
Duration: FTE 12 months
Location: Burgess hill, Sussex (3 days onsite)
Experience: 9 Years and above
Role Overview
We are looking for experienced Quality Engineers with strong expertise in OTT and streaming technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience in testing across multiple OTT devices and platforms with solid troubleshooting skills and proficiency in debugging tools such as Charles Proxy or Fiddler.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and maintain comprehensive test cases, traceability matrices and identify functional, non-functional and edge scenarios.
* Perform device level validation for OTT platforms including video playback, adaptive bitrate (ABR) and streaming workflows.
* Utilize network analysis tools Charles Proxy or Fiddler for traffic inspection, throttling and troubleshooting content quality and ad validation.
* Conduct streaming tests on Web, Android, iOS, tablets, Roku, Smart TVs, consoles and STBs ensuring compatibility across OS versions.
* Execute and enhance automation scripts for regression testing, extending base scripts as needed.
* Validate API services using Postman and interpret HTTP error codes for backend integration.
* Collaborate with development, QA and product teams to ensure high quality releases and continuous improvement in SLAs, automation coverage and efficiency.
* Use tools like JIRA, TestRail and Confluence for test management and dashboard reporting.
* Demonstrate strong understanding of OTT ecosystems including CMS, CDN, DRM and backend systems.
* Develop and execute a comprehensive QA strategy for the portfolio aligning quality assurance initiatives with business goals and ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
* Effectively lead Scrum teams and demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement or management.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, testers and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, identify automation opportunities, ensure proper test coverage and report on progress, risks and outcomes of testing activities.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Information Technology
* Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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