Principal Software QA Engineer

You will be part of a dynamic team at Autodesk in Pune, India. We are looking for a Principal Software QA Engineer with deep expertise in test automation, a strong background in cloud-native applications, and proven experience working across globally distributed teams. The ideal candidate is self-driven, passionate about quality, and thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment. You will be responsible for leading the QA efforts, designing automation strategies, and ensuring the overall quality of our software products. This is a hybrid role, and you will report to a Software QA Engineering Senior Manager. Lead end-to-end quality assurance efforts for cloud-native applications. Design, implement, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for APIs, UI, and integration testing. Drive automation-first testing culture, enabling faster and reliable software releases. Collaborate closely with cross-functional global teams (product, development, DevOps, Customer Support) to ensure high-quality deliverables. Establish and evolve QA processes and best practices to support a high-performing engineering culture. Own test planning, execution, defect tracking, and reporting metrics to stakeholders. Mentor and guide a team of QA engineers in automation and quality strategy. Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines and ensure coverage across environments. Stay updated on the latest testing tools and technologies and introduce them as appropriate. Participate in design and code reviews to ensure testability and best practices. Minimum Qualifications: - 9+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with 3+ years in a lead role - Strong experience in test automation using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, TestNG, or similar - Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python) - Solid understanding of microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud-native architecture (Kubernetes, Docker, etc.) - Experience testing applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP - Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or GitHub Actions - Exposure to testing in Agile/Scrum environments and global team setups - Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills - Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively If you are passionate about quality assurance, test automation, and cloud-native applications, and have a track record of leading QA efforts and working with globally distributed teams, we encourage you to apply and join our team at Autodesk in Pune, India.,