Automation Lead

Job Description – QA Automation Lead

We are looking for an experienced QA Automation Lead with strong expertise in automation framework development and test strategy. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in Web, API, and Integration testing, along with CI/CD and modern AI-driven testing practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead QA automation strategy across Web, API, and Integration testing.

• Design and maintain scalable automation frameworks from scratch.

• Define test plans, test strategies, and ensure end-to-end test coverage.

• Develop and execute automated functional, regression, integration, and E2E tests.

• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines.

• Analyze test results, manage defects, and coordinate with development teams.

• Track QA metrics and provide release readiness reports.

• Mentor QA engineers and conduct automation code reviews.

• Drive automation best practices and continuous process improvements.

• Adopt modern automation and AI-driven testing practices.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in QA automation and framework development.

• Hands-on experience in Web, API, and Integration testing.

• Experience with CI/CD tools and automation integration.

• Strong understanding of test strategy, planning, and QA methodologies.

• Experience with defect management and QA reporting.

• Good programming/scripting skills and Git experience.

• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.

• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.

• Experience mentoring QA engineers.

• Exposure to AI-enabled testing tools is preferred.