Test Automation QA Lead – AI-Driven Quality Engineering

• Define and lead the overall automation test strategy aligned with business and release goals
• Build and scale robust automation frameworks for web, API, and integrated systems
• Drive adoption of modern automation practices using Playwright, Selenium, and AI-assisted testing approaches
• Lead QA engineers and automation engineers by setting clear goals, ownership, and quality expectations
• Establish automation standards, coding practices, reusability guidelines, and review mechanisms
• Partner with Dev, DevOps, Product, and Release teams to integrate quality early in the SDLC
• Design, enhance, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using:
• Playwright MCP, Python, TypeScript
• Selenium WebDriver , Java
• Build reusable libraries, utilities, and test components for functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing
• Improve framework reliability, execution speed, maintainability, and reporting
• Support parallel execution, test data handling, environment configuration, and CI/CD integration
• Lead implementation of Playwright-based automation architecture for modern web applications
• Utilize Model Context Protocol (MCP)-enabled workflows or AI-integrated tooling to improve productivity, script generation, debugging, and intelligent test design
• Develop robust end-to-end scenarios using TypeScript/Playwright
• Improve execution stability through better locators, synchronization strategies, and failure diagnostics
• Apply AI/GenAI tools and techniques to improve testing outcomes
• Leverage tools such as Copilot, GenAI assistants, AI-based test accelerators, and advanced analytics in everyday QA workflows
• Own automation scope planning across sprint, release, break-fix, and major deployment cycles
• Support release readiness, smoke testing, post-deployment validation, and hypercare stabilization
• Define quality entry/exit criteria and drive measurable test effectiveness
• Ensure alignment with change management, CAB/eCAB processes, and release governance controls
• Enable automated test execution as part of build, deployment, and release workflows
• Build strong collaboration across cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Developers, Architects, and Business SMEs
• Define and publish meaningful quality and automation KPIs:
•        Automation coverage %
•        Regression execution time reduction
•       Defect leakage
•       Script stability/pass rate
•       Execution efficiency
•      Release readiness indicators
• Build leadership-ready quality dashboards and insights

Qualifications:

• Strong Programming/coding proficiency in:
• Python
• Java
• TypeScript
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in Quality Assurance / Quality Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in leading test automation teams or QA delivery
• Strong hands-on experience in test automation framework development
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams and fast-paced release environments
• Playwright automation using TypeScript/Python
• Experience with Playwright MCP-enabled engineering workflows or context-aware AI development tools
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts in testing and software delivery
• Experience in eCommerce, enterprise platforms, SaaS products, or integration-heavy ecosystems
• Knowledge of performance testing and non-functional validation is a plus
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to guide technical and functional QA teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Ability to identify risks early and drive proactive escalation
• Strong ownership, accountability, and execution discipline
• Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and AI-driven transformation
  • Ability to influence adoption of modern QA practices across team