Lead I - Software Testing (Appium, Telecom - Digital, eCommerce)

UST; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is seeking a Lead I – Software Testing in Hyderabad, India. This role involves leading quality engineering activities, driving testing processes, and collaborating across teams for successful product releases.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in automation using tools like Selenium and Playwright, alongside strong programming skills in Java, C#, or Python. The position also demands hands-on expertise in managing test frameworks and executing testing strategies across telecom domains.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of hands-on QE leadership experience.
• 4-6 years of experience in automation using Selenium, Playwright, and REST API.
• 3-5 years of proficiency in Java, C#, Python, or Typescript.
• 3-5 years handling mobile automation with Appium.
• 1-2 years using AI-driven quality insights.
• Expertise in Gitlab and CI/CD tools for 2-4 years.
• 4-6 years in manual testing and test management tools like JIRA and Qtest.

Responsibilities

• Lead QE activities for the designated domain.
• Plan and drive in-sprint testing and automation execution.
• Collaborate with development, product, and business teams.
• Track quality metrics, risks, and readiness for production rollout.

Skills

Selenium

Playwright

REST API

Java

C#

Python

Typescript

Appium

AI-driven quality insights

Gitlab

JIRA

Qtest

Analytical skills

Job description

Role Description

Lead I – Software Testing

• Lead QE activities for the designated domain
• Plan and drive in‑sprint testing, automation execution, and release sign-off
• Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases
• Design and develop automation scripts using Selenium (Java)/Playwright (Typescript), Appium and REST API frameworks
• Use AI‑assisted testing solutions to accelerate the testing tasks (test generation, smart test selection, failure insights, self‑healing concepts)
• Follow QE standards, processes, and continuous improvement practices
• Manage test execution on cloud platforms like Lambda, Test grid, SauceLabs etc. for faster feedback and scalability
• Validate end‑to‑end system integrations, data flows, and downstream impacts across enterprise systems
• Enable CI/CD pipeline integration and continuous quality gates
• Track quality metrics, risks, and readiness for production rollout
• Collaborate with Dev, Product, and Business teams to align testing with Corporate and financial workflows
• Ensure defect prevention, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement

Experience & Skills

• Hands‑on QE leadership – 5‑6 years
• Automation – Selenium / Playwright, REST API, 4‑6 years
• Programming language – Java / C# / Python / Typescript, 3‑5 years
• Mobile automation – Appium, 3‑5 years
• AI‑driven quality insights – 1‑2 years
• Gitlab, CI/CD tools – expert, 2‑4 yearsManual testing – expert, 4‑6 years
• Test management tools – JIRA, Qtest, expert, 3‑5 years
• Telecom domain experience in one or more of the following areas:
• • Telecom Retail – POS transactions, billing integration, inventory tracking, and payment gateway compliance
  • Telecom Retail Care – Subscriber billing cycles, account provisioning, and Order management platforms (such as Amdocs Ensemble)
  • Telecom Digital – digital channels – native mobile, web self‑care, e‑commerce
  • Telecom (prepaid & postpaid) rating & billing, revenue assurance, tariff & discount logic, compliance & Tax, Regulatory
  • Telecom Enterprise/Back Office – Supply chain, procurement, finance, commissions, HR/payroll, commissions
  • Telecom Network/Infra – Network services (Mobile, Fiber, Broadband), OSS provisioning/activation, B2B/enterprise network services
• Analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills – 4‑6 years