QA Automations Engineer (Cypress with Selenium)

Job Description

CIMET Senior Test Automation Engineer Cypress/Selenium Job Description We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Test Automation Engineer with expertise in Cypress/Selenium lead our test automation initiatives In this role, you will play a critical part in driving the quality assurance strategy, mentoring team members, and ensuring that our automation frameworks and processes align with the highest industry standards This is a leadership role requiring both hands-on expertise and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software solutions Key Responsibilities Leadership and Strategy: Define and implement the overall test automation strategy and roadmap, focusing on scalability and eMiciency Mentor and guide junior and mid-level automation engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality goals align with business objectives Automation Framework Ownership Design, develop, and enhance robust and scalable automation frameworks using Cypress/Selenium Ensure frameworks are optimized for performance, maintainability, and integration with CI/CD pipelines Test Script Development And Review Write, review, and maintain reusable and high-quality test scripts for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing Automate testing for UI, API, and integration layers using Cypress/Selenium and other appropriate tools Test Planning And Execution Lead the creation of detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and strategies Oversee test execution, identify areas for improvement, and provide actionable recommendations Defect And Quality Management Analyze automation test results, identify critical defects, and work with development teams to resolve them promptly Drive root cause analysis processes to address recurring quality issues Performance And Load Testing Lead eMorts to implement performance and load testing strategies using Cypress/Selenium plugins or other tools Ensure the application meets scalability and performance requirements Process Optimization And Innovation Stay current with emerging tools, technologies, and best practices in test automation Identify opportunities to enhance automation coverage and improve eMiciency across teams Collaboration And Communication Work closely with product managers, developers, and QA teams to integrate testing seamlessly into the development lifecycle Provide detailed reporting on testing progress, automation coverage, and quality metrics to stakeholders Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 5+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation Proven expertise in Cypress/Selenium, including framework design, maintenance, and optimization Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript for test script development Solid understanding of testing methodologies (e g , Agile, BDD, TDD) and best practices Hands-on experience integrating test automation with CI/CD pipelines (e g , Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) Strong knowledge of RESTful API testing and tools like Postman or Cypress/Selenium plugins Experience with version control tools such as Git Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in a leadership role within a QA or test automation team Familiarity with additional testing tools like Selenium, Playwright, or Puppeteer Experience with performance and load testing tools ISTQB Advanced Certification or equivalent Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Key Competencies Strong leadership and mentoring skills Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities Excellent communication and collaboration skills Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality results Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment