Automation Architect_Manager

Job Description

At PwC, our people in integration and platform architecture focus on designing and implementing seamless integration solutions and robust platform architectures for clients. They enable efficient data flow and optimise technology infrastructure for enhanced business performance. Those in integration architecture at PwC will focus on designing and implementing seamless integration solutions to connect various organisational systems and applications. Your work will involve creating robust architectures that enable efficient data flow and enhance overall business processes. Job Summary We are seeking a talented and experienced Automation Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience leading the design and implementation of UI & API Automation frameworks and strategies for complex multi-tiered web applications. Key Responsibilities Hands-on technical contributor as well as leading scrum-based teams driving Automation delivery and Strategy. Ensuring robust and scalable automation solutions that enhance the quality and efficiency of our software development lifecycle. Framework Design And Development Lead the design and development of scalable and maintainable UI & API Automation frameworks. Evaluate and implement automation tools and technologies that align with the company's goals and technical infrastructure. Automation Strategy Develop and oversee the execution of the UI & API Automation strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and agile practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automation into the CI/CD pipeline and enhance test coverage. Develop and implement Automation AI Strategy to incorporate AI tools to increase efficiency and speed of automation authoring. Technical Leadership Provide technical leadership and mentorship to automation engineers and QA team members. Drive best practices and standards for UI automation, including coding standards, design patterns, and test data management. Quality Assurance Ensure the quality and reliability of automated tests by implementing robust validation and verification processes. Continuously assess and improve the automation processes to enhance test efficiency and effectiveness. Collaboration And Communication Work closely with development, QA, and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into testable scenarios. Act as a liaison between stakeholders to communicate automation progress, challenges, and solutions. Innovation And Continuous Improvement Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in UI automation and testing. Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance automation capabilities and address emerging challenges. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering Proven experience in software testing and automation, with a focus on UI automation. Strong knowledge of UI automation frameworks such as Playwright, Robot Framework, Selenium, Cypress. Proficiency in one or more programming languages preferably JavaScript, React, NodeJS, Java, Python. Proficiency in API automation – REST, GraphQL, Postman and mocking solutions Thorough knowledge on Web Application Architectures Exposure to latest Gen AI tools Proficient in Data Testing Experience with CI/CD tools and processes (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps). Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Experience with cloud-based testing solutions and environments. Familiarity with BDD/TDD practices and tools (e.g., Cucumber, SpecFlow). Knowledge of E2E, Functional, Performance and Security testing concepts. Show more Show less