Please find the below Job Description of Test Automation Lead Role.
Job Description for Test Automation Lead
Job Title: Test Automation Lead
Experience: 8 to 10 Years (5+ in Automation Testing)
Location: Pune
Shift Timing: General shift/UK Shift
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end test automation efforts using WebDriverIO and Selenium.
- Drive automation strategy for web and mobile applications (Android and iOS).
- Design, implement, and enhance robust automation frameworks using JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to analyze requirements and define test strategies.
- Configure, maintain, and optimize test environments, ensuring seamless execution of test suites.
- Develop, review, and enhance reusable test scripts and libraries.
- Oversee regression suite execution, analyze results, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Ensure integration of automation processes with CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins or Azure DevOps.
- Conduct defect triage, identify root causes, and drive resolutions with development teams.
- Mentor and guide junior team members in automation best practices and framework usage.
- Actively participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Prepare comprehensive test summary reports and regularly update project stakeholders on testing progress.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Expertise in WebDriverIO and Selenium frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript programming languages.
- Hands-on experience in mobile testing for both Android and iOS platforms.
- Deep understanding of automation frameworks such as TestNG, MAVEN, BBD Cucumber, Mocha, Jasmine.
- Proficiency in version control tools like GitHub or SourceTree.
- Experience in configuring and managing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or Azure DevOps.
- Solid knowledge of test environment setup and automation execution.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Additional Expectations:
- Experience in stakeholder management and client reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while adhering to deadlines.
- Proven track record of mentoring teams and driving automation adoption.