Lead QA Automation Engineer

QA Automation Engineer

strategies that enhance the quality, stability, and performance of software products. This role involves building scalable test frameworks, integrating automation with CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Role & responsibilities

1. Automation Development

automated test scripts

Page Object Model (POM)

cross-browser testing

2. Mobile Automation

Appium-based automation

• Work with real devices and emulators to simulate gestures and test edge scenarios.

desired capabilities

3. Programming & Build Management

Java and JavaScript

Maven or Gradle

4. Framework & CI/CD Integration

automation frameworks

Jenkins

version control

5. API Automation (Preferred)

API testing

• Automate API validations and assertions as part of test suites.

Test Management & Quality Reporting

1. Reporting & Metrics

• Generate detailed and customization reports using Extent Reports, TestNG/JUnit reports.

• Track automation coverage, test execution, and generate summaries.

2. Defect Tracking & Lifecycle Management

• Log and track bugs efficiently using defect tracking systems.

triage, prioritize, and resolve

issues.

3. Test Strategy & Execution

test planning

test coverage

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Educational Background

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

2. Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in QA Automation roles, preferably in product-based or enterprise application environments.

3. Technical Proficiency

• Strong expertise in automation tools such as Appium, Selenium, TestNG, and Winium.

• Solid knowledge of integrating test suites into Jenkins for CI/CD workflows.

• Understanding of programming/scripting languages used in automation (e.g., Java or Python).

4. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Proven ability to analyze complex systems and identify appropriate test scenarios.

• Strong debugging and troubleshooting capabilities.

5. Tools & Process Knowledge

• Familiarity with issue tracking (e.g., JIRA) and test management tools.

• Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

6. Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong team collaboration and organizational abilities.

• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to quality.