QA Automation Lead

6 - 8 years

8 - 10 Lacs

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Lead QA Automation

Experience Range: 6-8 Years

Location: Bangalore (Hybrid Mode)

Position Overview

The Automation QA Lead will be responsible for guiding a team of QA engineers in designing, developing, and executing automated tests for telecom software solutions. The ideal candidate will have 5 8 years of overall experience in software quality assurance, including at least 3 years of expert-level hands-on automation scripting with TypeScript using Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright. Experience with API testing, Postman, Appium, and a solid background in telecom environments is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of QA automation engineers to drive high-quality delivery through the full software development lifecycle.
  • Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using TypeScript with Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright frameworks.
  • Collaborate with development, product, and business teams to clarify requirements and define effective test strategies for telecom applications.
  • Design and implement comprehensive API test suites utilizing tools such as Postman.
  • Lead mobile test automation efforts using Appium, ensuring cross-platform coverage for Android and iOS devices.
  • Review, analyze, and report test results; ensure defects are documented, tracked, and resolved in a timely manner.
  • Advocate for test automation best practices, code quality, and maintainability within the organization.
  • Continuously improve automation frameworks and introduce new tools/processes as needed.
  • Stay updated on telecom industry trends and emerging QA technologies.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5 8 years of hands-on QA experience, with a minimum of 3 years focused on automation using TypeScript and Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
  • Strong background and hands-on experience in the telecom domain.
  • Experience with API automation testing and tools, specifically Postman.
  • Proficiency in mobile automation frameworks, specifically Appium.
  • Solid understanding of QA methodologies, frameworks, and SDLC processes.
  • Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and integrating automation into pipelines.
  • Knowledge of performance and security testing tools.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based test environments.
  • ISTQB or equivalent QA certifications.

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