Lead QA Automation Engineer Proficiency in Java

Lead QA Automation Engineer (JAVA)
Permanent / Hybrid / Bridgend or Leicester

Overview:
We are seeking a Quality Engineering Automation Lead to drive automation initiatives, architect scalable testing frameworks, and enhance software quality in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. This role requires strong expertise in test automation, CI/CD integration, and mentoring teams in best practices.

Essential Technology & Experience:
* Automation Frameworks: Katalon (certified expert preferred), Selenium, Appium, Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit.
* Languages: Java, Groovy, JavaScript.
* API Testing: SOAP, REST (using REST Assured), Web API testing.
* CI/CD & DevOps: Jenkins, Azure DevOps,
* Test Methodologies: BDD, continuous testing, performance testing (JMeter).
* Cloud & Integration: Azure integration services.
* Experience: 10+ years in test automation, enterprise-level frameworks, Agile/DevOps environments.

Key Responsibilities:
* Architect and implement scalable test automation frameworks for functional, API, and performance testing.
* Drive Test Automation as a Service, ensuring adoption across teams.
* Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines for efficient execution.
* Mentor teams on automation best practices and upskill internal resources.
* Define quality metrics, measure automation effectiveness, and provide reporting.
* Troubleshoot test failures, optimise test suites, and enhance automation performance.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to define and execute automation strategies.

Reasonable Adjustments:

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