SDET Senior Test Lead

HCL Technologies Limited; Khordha; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited in India seeks a Senior Test Lead for API/Web Services testing and Playwright automation. You will oversee testing projects, define strategies, and mentor the team to deliver high‑quality software.

You will design and maintain automated test frameworks with Playwright JavaScript/TypeScript, execute end‑to‑end tests, analyze results, and report quality metrics to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in API and web services testing (REST/SOAP).
• Design and implement Playwright-based automation with JS/TS.
• Build and maintain scalable automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of UI, API, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Strong JavaScript programming concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead API and web services testing projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and implement testing strategies, plans, and procedures for API and automation testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify testing requirements and resolve issues.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end automated tests for web apps.
• Analyze test results and provide quality improvements recommendations.
• Mentor and guide team members on automation best practices and framework design.
• Stay updated with industry trends in API testing and automation.
• Communicate project status and quality metrics to stakeholders.

Skills

API Testing

Playwright (JS/TS)

Automation Frameworks

UI/API/End-to-End Testing

JavaScript Proficiency

Troubleshooting & Debugging

Leadership & Mentoring

Tools

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Postman

Rest Assured

Job description

Job description:

Job Summary

The Senior Test Lead - API/Web Services Testing & Playwright Automation will be responsible for leading and overseeing the technical aspects of API, web services, and automation testing projects. This role involves ensuring the quality and efficiency of testing processes, driving automation initiatives using Playwright with JavaScript, and providing technical guidance to the testing team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage API and web services testing projects from initiation to completion.
2. Develop and implement testing strategies, plans, and procedures for API and automation testing.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify testing requirements and resolve technical issues.
4. Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright with JavaScript.
5. Execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end automated tests for web applications.
6. Analyze test results and provide recommendations for quality and process improvements.
7. Mentor and guide team members on automation best practices, framework design, and testing methodologies.
8. Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in API testing, automation frameworks, and quality engineering.
9. Communicate effectively with stakeholders on project status, quality metrics, and technical aspects of testing.

Skill Requirements

1. Strong experience in API Testing and Web Services Testing (REST/SOAP).
2. Hands‑on expertise in Playwright automation using JavaScript/TypeScript.
3. Experience in building and maintaining scalable automation frameworks.
4. Strong knowledge of UI, API, integration, and end‑to‑end testing methodologies.
5. Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions.
6. Proficiency in JavaScript and knowledge of programming concepts, data structures, and debugging techniques.
7. Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, Rest Assured, or equivalent.
8. Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
9. Strong attention to detail and focus on quality.
10. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
11. Good communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Other Requirements

1. ISTQB Advanced Level Test Automation Engineer Certification is a plus.
2. Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is preferred.
3. Experience leading automation teams and driving test automation transformation initiatives is desirable.