QA Lead – Automation Tester

Company Description :

JIITAK Inc. (株式会社JIITAK) is a rising software development studio headquartered in Japan, dedicated to sustainable system development. We prioritize delivering digital solutions that not only elevate our clients' businesses but also minimize our ecological impact. Our talented team, comprising skilled architects, designers, managers, coordinators, and developers, specializes in crafting custom,eco-conscious software solutions to meet our clients' needs.

In our pursuit of sustainability, we integrate these principles into every phase of our workflow, including planning, designing, and development processes. We firmly believe that digital solutions should align with and support the long-term health of our planet.

Role Overview :

We are looking for an experienced

QA Lead

with strong automation expertise to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and lead automated testing efforts using Python and the PyTest framework. This role involves creating robust test strategies, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead QA efforts

by creating comprehensive test strategies, plans, and metrics for multiple projects.

Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using

Python / PyTest

and

Selenium

for functional and regression testing.

Review and enhance existing automation frameworks for scalability and efficiency.

Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to understand requirements and define acceptance criteria.

Conduct test design reviews, execute tests, analyze results, and report findings with clear metrics and actionable insights.

Track and manage defects using industry-standard bug tracking tools.

Mentor and guide junior QA engineers in automation best practices and quality standards.

Drive continuous improvement in testing processes, tools, and reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of hands-on experience

in automation testing, with at least 1–2 years in a lead or senior role.

Proven expertise in designing and implementing

test strategies, test design, reviews, reporting, and metrics .

Strong knowledge of

Python

and

PyTest Framework

(must-have).

Practical experience with

Selenium

for UI automation.

Solid understanding of the

software development life cycle (SDLC)

and modern QA methodologies.

Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and version control (e.g., Git, Jenkins).

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills.

Strong communication and collaboration abilities to work across teams and mentor peers.

Job Offer :

A dedicated Apple MacBook (Apple silicon-based) will be provided during your employment.

Get an opportunity to work with Japanese teammates.

Enjoy free snacks & beverages at the office.

A 5-day workweek schedule