Quality Assurance Lead

Quality Assurance Lead

Recruiting Location

US-IL-Chicago

Department

Data and AI

Summary

The Quality Assurance (QA) Lead is a hands-on technical role responsible for independently designing and executing comprehensive quality assurance strategies. This includes crafting detailed test plans and test cases from requirements, and building robust automation frameworks to support functional, regression, and performance testing. The ideal candidate will have strong scripting skills and deep experience integrating automated testing into CI / CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Playwright. This role is essential in embedding quality throughout the development lifecycle and ensuring fast, reliable, and secure software releases.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases directly from business and technical requirements.

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks supporting functional, regression, load, and performance testing.
• Build and automate test scripts using Playwright and integrate them seamlessly into Azure DevOps CI / CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with product, development, and DevOps teams to define testing goals, acceptance criteria, and release standards.
• Own the QA process end-to-end, ensuring thorough coverage and consistent execution across all stages of development.
• Define and track key quality metrics to measure test effectiveness and product stability.
• Investigate and resolve test failures through root-cause analysis and coordination with developers.
• Maintain clear and detailed test documentation, including test plans, test cases, automation logic, and defect reports.
• Continuously evaluate and implement new tools and methodologies to enhance QA practices and automation efficiency.
• Promote a proactive, quality-first approach to development by embedding testing early in the software lifecycle.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com / Benefits.

Target Salary Range

$148,000 - $164,000 if located in Illinois

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and / or Experience :

Required :

Preferred :

Other Skills and Abilities :

The following will also be required of the successful candidate :

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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