Senior QA – Automation

Bangalore, Karnataka
Rs. 17,00,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

JOB TITLE: Senior QA AutomationJOB PURPOSE: To lead and execute test automation strategy across projects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products through scalable and maintainable automated solutions. The role requires strong hands-on capabilities and leadership to establish test automation frameworks, mentor team members, and ensure alignment with CI/CD and DevOps best practices.QUALIFICATION: B. Tech/BE/ MCACERTIFICATIONS: ISTQB Advanced / Certified Agile Tester / Test Automation-related certifications (Preferred)EXPERIENCE: 68 years in QA/testing roles with at least 4+ years in automation, and proven experience in leading automation initiatives independently.LOCATION: BangaloreRESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDES ALL TASKS):

Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reusable, and robust automation frameworks across multiple projects.
Take complete ownership of the automation strategy from tool selection to implementation and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with developers, QA, DevOps, and product teams to drive shift-left testing and continuous integration.
Lead the effort to integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, etc.).
Perform code reviews, maintain code quality, and ensure proper documentation of automation scripts.
Develop test data management strategies and simulate various test environments.
Mentor junior QA members in scripting, test design, and automation best practices.
Work closely with manual testers to identify automation candidates and assist in converting them.
Report automation coverage, defects, and test execution metrics in regular sprints.

TECHNICAL SKILLS / COMPETENCIES:MANDATORY

Strong experience in building automation frameworks using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or Appium.
Proficiency in programming/scripting languages: Java, JavaScript, Python, or similar.
Deep understanding of REST API testing using tools like Postman, REST Assured.
CI/CD integration with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps.
Experience working with BDD/TDD frameworks (e.g., Cucumber, TestNG, Mocha).
Version control with Git.
Solid grasp of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
Test reporting tools like Allure, Extent Reports, etc.

Optional/Good to Have:

Performance testing knowledge (e.g., JMeter, k6).
Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with cloud-based testing platforms (Browser Stack, Sauce Labs).
Familiarity with security testing concepts.

SOFT SKILLS:MANDATORY

Strong communication and stakeholder management.
Ability to lead automation initiatives independently.
Team mentoring and collaboration across functions.
Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
Problem-solving mindset with proactive ownership.
Ability to work in fast-paced, agile environments.

Preferred:

Leadership in test strategy discussions.
Capability to handle conflicts and resolve blockers.
Initiative in improving QA processes and tools.
Adaptability and continuous learning attitude

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