QA Lead
Palo Alto Networks
QA Lead
Job Description
Our MissionAt Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.Who We AreIn order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.Job SummaryLead quality engineering for the IGA Connectors team, responsible for building a scalable connector framework and out-of-the-box (OOTB) integrations with enterprise systems (SaaS apps, directories, HR systems, On-Prem systems). You will drive automation, and ensure high-quality delivery of API-driven, integration-heavy components in a cloud-native SaaS environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDrive shift-left and automation first practicesCommit to the quality of all released contentTake an active role in process inspection and continuous improvementPlan, define, and execute tests as part of team QA related activitiesMaintain and prioritize open issues and bugs to ensure effective tracking and resolutionDefine and execute testing for OOTB connectors, ensuring seamless integration with external systemsValidate end-to-end identity flows: provisioning, reconciliation, entitlement sync, and JML (joiner-mover-leaver) scenariosLead API and contract testing (REST APIs, webhooks, schema validation, error handling, throttling)Design and build automation frameworks and test utilities, including mocks/simulations for external systemsEnsure data integrity and mapping accuracy across source and target systemsTest for scale, performance, and resilience (bulk operations, retries, partial failures, outages)Integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows, enforcing quality gatesPerform deep debugging, log analysis, and root cause investigation across distributed systemsCollaborate closely with engineering, product, and platform teams to drive a quality-first mindsetQualifications 5+ years experience as a QA Lead10+ years in QA with strong focus on API and integration testingHands-on experience with test automation (Robot, Python or similar)Experience testing SaaS platforms, distributed systems and On-Premise systemsStrong understanding of REST APIs, data validation, and system-level testingSolid knowledge of QA methodologies, SDLC, and Agile practicesProactive mindset and a passion for excellence and continuous improvementCuriosity and self-learning skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionallySoft skills:Excellent time management and ability to deliver high-quality results on scheduleProactive by nature; internal drive for excellence and improvementTeam playerAbility to work aloneCapability to manage task priority effectivelyFluent in EnglishPreferred QualificationsExperience in IGA/IAM or identity security domainFamiliarity with SCIM, LDAP, OAuth, SAMLExperience testing connectors, middleware, or integration platformsExposure to cloud platforms (AWS) and CI/CD toolsExposure to observability platforms like Datadog Success MetricsHigh-quality, reliable connector framework and integrationsStrong automation coverage with minimal defect leakageScalable QA processes enabling faster connector onboarding and releasesReduced time to detect, debug, and resolve integration issuesOur Commitment We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Locations
- Office - India - Pune
Skills Required
- test automationintermediate
- QA methodologiesintermediate
- IGA/IAMintermediate
- SCIMintermediate
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years experience as a QA Lead (experience, 5 years)
- 10+ years in QA with strong focus on API and integration testing (experience, 10 years)
- Hands-on experience with test automation (Robot, Python or similar) (experience)
- Experience testing SaaS platforms, distributed systems and On-Premise systems (experience)
- Strong understanding of REST APIs, data validation, and system-level testing (experience)
- Solid knowledge of QA methodologies, SDLC, and Agile practices (experience)
- Proactive mindset and a passion for excellence and continuous improvement (experience)
- Curiosity and self-learning skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally (experience)
- Soft skills:Excellent time management and ability to deliver high-quality results on scheduleProactive by nature; internal drive for excellence and improvementTeam playerAbility to work aloneCapability to manage task priority effectively (experience)
- Fluent in English (experience)
- 5+ years experience as a QA Lead (experience, 5 years)
- 10+ years in QA with strong focus on API and integration testing (experience, 10 years)
- Hands-on experience with test automation (Robot, Python or similar) (experience)
- Experience testing SaaS platforms, distributed systems and On-Premise systems (experience)
- Strong understanding of REST APIs, data validation, and system-level testing (experience)
- Solid knowledge of QA methodologies, SDLC, and Agile practices (experience)
- Proactive mindset and a passion for excellence and continuous improvement (experience)
- Curiosity and self-learning skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally (experience)
- Excellent time management and ability to deliver high-quality results on schedule (experience)
- Proactive by nature; internal drive for excellence and improvement (experience)
- Ability to work alone (experience)
- Capability to manage task priority effectively (experience)
- Fluent in English (experience)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in IGA/IAM or identity security domain (experience)
- Familiarity with SCIM, LDAP, OAuth, SAML (experience)
- Experience testing connectors, middleware, or integration platforms (experience)
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS) and CI/CD tools (experience)
- Exposure to observability platforms like Datadog (experience)
- Experience in IGA/IAM or identity security domain (experience)
- Familiarity with SCIM, LDAP, OAuth, SAML (experience)
- Experience testing connectors, middleware, or integration platforms (experience)
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS) and CI/CD tools (experience)
- Exposure to observability platforms like Datadog (experience)
- High-quality, reliable connector framework and integrations (experience)
- Strong automation coverage with minimal defect leakage (experience)
- Scalable QA processes enabling faster connector onboarding and releases (experience)
- Reduced time to detect, debug, and resolve integration issues (experience)
- High-quality, reliable connector framework and integrations (experience)
- Strong automation coverage with minimal defect leakage (experience)
- Scalable QA processes enabling faster connector onboarding and releases (experience)
- Reduced time to detect, debug, and resolve integration issues (experience)
Responsibilities
- Drive shift-left and automation first practices
- Commit to the quality of all released content
- Take an active role in process inspection and continuous improvement
- Plan, define, and execute tests as part of team QA related activities
- Maintain and prioritize open issues and bugs to ensure effective tracking and resolution
- Define and execute testing for OOTB connectors, ensuring seamless integration with external systems
- Validate end-to-end identity flows: provisioning, reconciliation, entitlement sync, and JML (joiner-mover-leaver) scenarios
- Lead API and contract testing (REST APIs, webhooks, schema validation, error handling, throttling)
- Design and build automation frameworks and test utilities, including mocks/simulations for external systems
- Ensure data integrity and mapping accuracy across source and target systems
- Test for scale, performance, and resilience (bulk operations, retries, partial failures, outages)
- Integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows, enforcing quality gates
- Perform deep debugging, log analysis, and root cause investigation across distributed systems
- Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and platform teams to drive a quality-first mindset
- Drive shift-left and automation first practices
- Commit to the quality of all released content
- Take an active role in process inspection and continuous improvement
- Plan, define, and execute tests as part of team QA related activities
- Maintain and prioritize open issues and bugs to ensure effective tracking and resolution
- Define and execute testing for OOTB connectors, ensuring seamless integration with external systems
- Validate end-to-end identity flows: provisioning, reconciliation, entitlement sync, and JML (joiner-mover-leaver) scenarios
- Lead API and contract testing (REST APIs, webhooks, schema validation, error handling, throttling)
- Design and build automation frameworks and test utilities, including mocks/simulations for external systems
- Ensure data integrity and mapping accuracy across source and target systems
- Test for scale, performance, and resilience (bulk operations, retries, partial failures, outages)
- Integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows, enforcing quality gates
- Perform deep debugging, log analysis, and root cause investigation across distributed systems
- Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and platform teams to drive a quality-first mindset
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