JOB TITLE : QA - Lead

JOB PURPOSE : To design, develop, and execute performance, load, and stress testing for applications and products, ensuring scalability, stability, and responsiveness under varying workloads. The role requires strong hands-on expertise in performance testing tools, scripting, monitoring, and analysis of system bottlenecks, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize product performance.

QUALIFICATION : B. Tech/BE/ MCA

CERTIFICATIONS : ISTQB (Certification Prefered)

EXPERIENCE : 6-8 years in QA/testing roles with at least 4+ years in automation, and proven experience in leading automation initiatives independently.

REPORTING TO : QA Manager

LOCATION : Bangalore

RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDES ALL TASKS) :

- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, reusable, and robust automation frameworks across UI, API, and Mobile.

- Own the automation roadmap - from tool evaluation/selection to implementation, optimization, and governance.

- Collaborate with developers, QA, DevOps, and product teams to enable shift-left testing and continuous integration.

- Drive CI/CD pipeline integration (GitLab, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, etc.) and ensure automated quality gates.

- Conduct code reviews to maintain script quality and enforce standards.

- Define and maintain test data strategies for automation.

- Mentor and upskill junior/mid-level QA engineers in scripting, framework usage, and automation best practices.

- Partner with manual testers to identify automation candidates and increase overall automation coverage.

- Track and report automation coverage, execution, and defect metrics to stakeholders.

- Contribute actively to the Automation COE by creating reusable assets, best-practice guidelines, and innovation initiatives.

TECHNICAL SKILLS /COMPETENCIES :

MANDATORY OPTIONAL :

- Proven experience building automation frameworks using Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or Appium.

- Proficiency in Java / JavaScript / Python or equivalent scripting languages.

- Expertise in API automation using RestAssured, Postman, or equivalent tools.

- Strong knowledge of BDD/TDD frameworks (Cucumber, TestNG, Mocha, JUnit).

- CI/CD integration with tools like Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps.

- Version control experience (Git, Bitbucket).

- Hands-on with test reporting tools (Allure, Extent Reports, etc.).

- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)

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