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