Quality Assurance Lead

AboveCloud9.AI; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 10,00,000 - 15,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Coimbatore is seeking a QA Automation Lead to oversee the design and implementation of automated testing frameworks. This role involves defining automation strategies, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality deliverables across web, mobile, and API platforms. The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of experience in QA automation and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and additional benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Medical insurance

Provident fund with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in QA automation with proven track record.
• Strong experience with BDD frameworks.
• Expertise in automated API testing.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the automation testing strategy.
• Drive the adoption of BDD practices.
• Lead the development of automated API tests.

Skills

Experience in QA automation

BDD frameworks

Automated API testing

Mobile automation testing

Performance testing

Scripting languages (Java, Python)

CI/CD integration

Defect tracking tools

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Postman

Appium

Selenium

JIRA

Job description

Overview

QA Automation Lead role at AboveCloud9.AI in Coimbatore. Lead the design, development, and implementation of automated testing frameworks and strategies across web, mobile, and API platforms. Drive best practices in BDD, API testing, mobile automation testing, non-functional testing, and functional test automation. Establish a scalable automation infrastructure and mentor QA engineers.

Job Details

Job Title: QA Automation Lead

Location: Coimbatore

Key Responsibilities

• Automation Strategy & Leadership: Define and lead the automation testing strategy across web, mobile, and API platforms, ensuring high quality and reliability.
• BDD Implementation: Drive the adoption of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) practices using tools like Cucumber or SpecFlow, aligning technical work with business requirements.
• API Testing: Lead the development of automated API tests using Postman, RestAssured, or SoapUI to ensure robust backend services.
• Mobile Automation Testing: Design and implement mobile automation frameworks for iOS and Android using Appium, XCUITest, or Espresso.
• Functional Test Automation: Develop and maintain automated test scripts for functional testing across web and mobile apps using Selenium, Cypress, or TestCafe.
• Non-Functional Testing: Lead NFR testing, focusing on performance, security, and scalability requirements.
• Test Frameworks & Tools: Design and implement scalable test automation frameworks or enhance existing ones with industry-standard tools and libraries.
• Defect Management: Identify, log, and track bugs using JIRA, ensuring prompt resolution.
• Collaboration: Work with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to embed quality in the development process.
• Mentorship & Training: Guide and mentor junior QA engineers, conducting code reviews and promoting best practices in test automation.
• Test Metrics & Reporting: Define and track quality metrics to provide visibility into the health of the automation framework and product releases.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in QA automation with a proven track record of leading automation initiatives.
• BDD Expertise: Strong experience with BDD frameworks like Cucumber, SpecFlow, or JBehave.
• API Testing: Expertise in automated API testing using Postman, RestAssured, or SoapUI.
• Mobile Automation: Experience with Appium, XCUITest, or Espresso for iOS and Android.
• NFR Testing: Experience in performance, load, and security testing using tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Java or Python.
• CI/CD Integration: Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Defect Tracking: Experience with defect tracking and test management tools such as JIRA, TestRail, or qTest.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Proven leadership and mentoring skills to develop junior engineers.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience with Selenium and Cypress; familiarity with Jenkins and TestNG; familiarity with reporting tools like Allure and ReportPortal is a plus.
• Tools & Technologies: Familiarity with modern development tools and version control (Git).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Medical insurance
• Provident fund with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line "QA Automation Lead Application - [Your Name]". Please include a brief overview of your relevant experience and notable QA Automation projects.

Equal Opportunity

AboveCloud9.AI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.