Job Description

Project Role : Test Automation Lead
Project Role Description : Lead the transformation of testing into a continuous and efficient end-to-end quality engineering function through the use of quality processes, tools, and methodologies significantly improving control, accuracy and integrity. Evolve more predictive and intelligent testing approaches based on automation and innovative testing products and solutions.
Must have skills : Selenium
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary: As a Test Automation Lead, you will lead the transformation of testing into a continuous and efficient end-to-end quality engineering function. Your typical day will involve collaborating with various teams to implement quality processes, tools, and methodologies that significantly enhance control, accuracy, and integrity in testing. You will also focus on evolving predictive and intelligent testing approaches, leveraging automation and innovative testing products and solutions to drive improvements in quality engineering. Roles & Responsibilities 1. Demonstrate strong experience across all phases of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) within Agile environments. 2. Create, enhance, debug, and execute automated test cases. 3. Provide expertise in test planning, test case documentation, test design, and execution (Functional, Regression, Exploratory, End-to-End), along with defect management using Agile methodologies and industry-standard tools. 4. Lead efforts to maximize test automation coverage and efficiency. 5. Organize and monitor the defect management process, ensuring changes are properly handled. 6. Coordinate between test teams and development teams to facilitate issue resolution. 7. Prepare and deliver detailed test execution reports for squad and end-to-end testing, ensuring daily QA metrics are clearly documented. 8. Support release-level activities before and after deployments. 9. Review, write, and maintain automation scripts. 10. Liaise with client-side teams to address issues and provide status updates. 11. Troubleshoot and resolve automation script issues, including object identification, merge conflicts, and error handling. 12. Create test plans and coordinate test activities; identify and debug solutions for critical defects and blockers during testing. 13. Develop comprehensive test validation documentation, including risk assessments. Clearly define test entry criteria such as test plans, estimations, approaches, test data, and deployment details. 14. Prepare Test Exit Reports (TER) with clear metrics; ensure testing completion and documentation align with the agreed testing strategy. 15. Drive continuous improvement and quality advocacy by proposing enhancements to test frameworks, processes, and methodologies; promote early risk/defect detection and QA best practices to ensure high-quality delivery. Professional & Technical Skills (Must-Have) 1. Strong experience with Java, Selenium, Maven, JUnit/TestNG-based projects. 2. Hands-on expertise with WebDriver IO framework and TypeScript/JavaScript/Node.js. 3. Basic proficiency in Java programming and framework setup. 4. Solid experience in mobile app automation testing on both iOS and Android devices (Appium & Perfecto preferred). 5. Knowledge of Playwright MCP is an added advantage. 6. Automation skills for Web UI and API testing using Selenium / Rest Assured. 7. Experience working with REST services. 8. Good understanding or hands-on experience with API testing using Postman/SOAPUI is a plus. 9. Proficient in using Git for source control. 10. Strong working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins. Additional Information 1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers at all organizational levels. 2. Strong active listening, multitasking, interpersonal, and organizational skills; strong logical problem-solving abilities and adherence to processes. 3. Leadership qualities, including goal setting, metrics management, performance feedback, conflict resolution, and fostering team cohesion. 4. Deep understanding of software development, automation processes, testing methodologies, and QA tools; ability to write and review test scripts as needed. 5. Ability to identify risks that may impact quality or delivery timelines and implement effective mitigation strategies. 6. A minimum of 7 years of professional experience is required.
15 years full time education
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