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.