SDET - Lead

• Define enterprise-wide test automation and quality engineering strategy aligned with organizational goals, scalability requirements, and digital transformation initiatives.

• Drive adoption of automation-first and shift-left testing approaches across projects ensuring early defect detection and improved quality.

• Establish standards, governance models, frameworks, and best practices for SDET teams across multiple programs.

• Lead multiple cross-functional teams delivering scalable, high-quality automation solutions across platforms.

• Define, track, and improve KPIs and quality metrics related to automation coverage, defect leakage, and release quality.

• Drive innovation in test automation includes AI/ML-based testing, self-healing frameworks, and advanced analytics.

• Provide strategic leadership, mentoring, and direction to engineering teams fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrates leadership and accountability in driving quality outcomes.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.

• Promotes a culture of automation-first, quality excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Apply strategic thinking to manage quality risks and testing challenges.

• Makes informed decisions balancing quality, timelines, and business needs.

• Communicates effectively on quality status, risks, and dependencies.

• Encourages innovation and continuous learning within the SDET team.

• Promotes a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

• Builds and mentors high-performing SDET teams through coaching and guidance.

• Drives innovation, testing governance, quality best practices, compliance and excellence in testing processes.

• Maintains a customer-focused approach to delivering high-quality solutions.