Description : About the Role :
We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineering Lead with strong expertise in Selenium (Java) and API automation to drive automation strategy, ensure quality delivery, and lead a medium-sized QA team. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, technically proficient, and capable of managing automation frameworks, defining test strategies, and ensuring the highest standards of software quality.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead automation initiatives using Selenium with Java, ensuring scalable and maintainable frameworks.
- Design and develop API automation frameworks using RestAssured / ReadyAPI.
- Apply strong understanding of Java OOPs concepts, Collections Framework, and exception handling.
- Drive test automation strategy, frameworks, and best practices across teams.
- Participate in all phases of QA lifecycle including test planning, scripting, execution, and defect management.
- Work in an Agile environment, collaborating closely with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders.
- Perform SQL validations and work with backend data testing.
- Implement BDD frameworks (Cucumber / JBehave) and maintain CI / CD integrations for continuous testing.
- Create and maintain Test Plans, Test Cases, and Traceability Matrices.
- Ensure high-quality deliverables in an onsite-offshore model.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the QA team.
Must-Have Skills (Non-Negotiable) :
6+ years of hands-on experience in Selenium using JavaAPI automation experience using RestAssured / ReadyAPIDesirable Skills (Nice to Have) :
SQLBDD frameworks (Cucumber, JBehave)CI / CD DevOps tools (Jenkins, GitLab, etc.)Additional Criteria :
Strong communication and leadership skills.Experience using ALM / JIRA.Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.Proven ability to work independently and lead medium-sized QA teams.(ref : hirist.tech)