Automation Test Lead

Responsibilities:

• Test Strategy & Planning:
• Define and implement comprehensive automation test strategies for microservices and front-end web applications.
• Develop test plans, including scope, objectives, resources, and timelines for automation projects.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline (shift-left testing).
• Automation Framework Development & Maintenance:
• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable automation frameworks using Selenium with Java.
• Ensure the framework supports API automation for microservices and UI automation for web applications.
• Implement best practices for test automation, including modularity, reusability, and maintainability.
• Test Execution & Analysis:
• Oversee the execution of automated test suites and analyze test results to identify defects and areas for improvement.
• Troubleshoot and debug automation scripts to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Generate comprehensive test reports and metrics to track progress and quality.
• Performance Testing:
• Lead and execute performance testing initiatives using tools like JMeter and custom-built solutions.
• Analyze performance test results to identify bottlenecks and provide recommendations for optimization.
• Demonstrate knowledge and potentially utilize LoadRunner for advanced load testing scenarios.
• Collaboration & Mentorship:
• Work closely with development, product management, and other QA teams to ensure alignment on quality goals.
• Mentor and guide junior automation engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and promote automation best practices across the team.
• QA Process Guardianship:
• Act as a guardian of the QA process, ensuring adherence to quality standards and methodologies.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes, tools, and techniques.
• Participate in requirement reviews, design discussions, and code reviews to provide early feedback on testability.
• Tool & Technology Evangelism:
• Evaluate and recommend new testing tools and technologies to enhance automation capabilities.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging best practices in test automation and quality assurance.
  

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in test automation and programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful test automation projects
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements
  

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
  
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