StreamOne Automation lead

Tech Data APAC; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Data APAC in Chennai seeks an experienced QA Automation Lead with 8+ years in software quality assurance and test automation. You will lead automation strategy, manage a small QA team, and expand automation coverage across enterprise applications.

Strong hands-on with Selenium-based frameworks, Playwright, API testing, Java/JavaScript, and SQL, plus SAP exposure. You will collaborate with Product, Dev, and DevOps in Agile/DevOps delivery.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Software Quality Assurance with a strong focus on automation testing.
• 5+ years hands-on Selenium automation experience building and maintaining automation frameworks.
• Proven experience driving automation adoption and expanding coverage across enterprise applications.
• Strong experience with UI and API automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium, RestAssured or similar frameworks.
• Strong knowledge in Java and JavaScript, with working SQL for data validation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, execute, and maintain test plans, cases, and scripts.
• Perform functional, integration, regression, and end‑to‑end testing of enterprise apps.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Product, Developers, Business Analysts, and DevOps throughout the SDLC.
• Lead a small QA team and drive automation adoption across projects.
• Provide Go/No-Go recommendations based on automation results.

Skills

Selenium

UI automation

API automation

Java

JavaScript

SQL

Agile/Scrum

Automation strategy

Tools

qTest

Azure DevOps

Playwright

RestAssured

SAP

Job description

Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results‑driven QA Automation Lead with 8+ years of demonstrated experience in software quality assurance and test automation, including extensive hands‑on expertise with Selenium‑based automation frameworks. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the automation testing strategy, managing a small QA team, and driving the expansion of automation coverage across enterprise applications. This role requires a strong blend of technical leadership, hands‑on automation expertise, people management, and functional business understanding. The ideal candidate will have experience working with enterprise platforms, including SAP, and be proficient with tools such as qTest and Azure DevOps. The candidate must be passionate about improving software quality, reducing manual testing effort, and building scalable automation solutions that support Agile and DevOps delivery models.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Perform functional, integration, regression, and end‑to‑end testing of enterprise applications.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites to improve test coverage and efficiency.
• Analyse business requirements, user stories, and functional specifications to create effective test scenarios.
• Identify, document, track, and validate software defects through resolution.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Developers, Business Analysts, and DevOps teams throughout the SDLC.
• Participate in requirement reviews and provide feedback on testability and quality risks.
• Support UAT/Production sanity tests when required.
• Generate and maintain testing metrics, reports, and quality dashboards.
• Continuously improve testing processes, automation frameworks, and quality practices.
• Go/No‑Go recommendation based on automation/manual regression results.
• Maintain automation suite across multiple products.
• Involve in estimations, planning, task allocations and risk‑based prioritization.
• Demonstrate ability to evaluate, recommend, and rapidly adopt new automation tools, frameworks, and technologies based on project needs and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance, with a strong focus on automation testing.
• 5+ years of hands‑on Selenium automation experience building and maintaining automation frameworks.
• Proven experience driving automation adoption and expanding automation coverage across enterprise applications.
• Strong experience with UI and API automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium, RestAssured or similar frameworks.
• Strong knowledge in Java, JavaScript.
• Working knowledge of SQL for database querying, data analysis and test validation.
• Strong experience in creating and executing manual and automated test cases.
• Strong experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Nice to Have

• Experience leading or managing a small QA team (3–5 team members).
• Experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium or similar frameworks.
• Exposure to cloud‑based platforms and enterprise integration solutions.
• E‑commerce/billing application background.
• Knowledge of performance and security testing concepts.
• Experience working within large enterprise environments.
• Certifications in QA, Agile, or Automation Testing are a plus.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and quality‑focused mindset.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance quality, speed, and business priorities.
• Continuous learning attitude and willingness to adopt new tools and technologies.
• Proactive approach to identifying risks and driving quality improvements.

Success Measures

• Achieve and maintain 80%+ automation coverage for critical business processes.
• Reduce manual regression testing effort by at least 50% through automation.
• Reduce production defects and escaped defects year‑over‑year.
• Ensure successful release delivery with minimal quality‑related incidents.
• Build and develop a high‑performing QA team capable of supporting enterprise‑scale platforms.
• Establish a sustainable automation framework that supports continuous delivery and long‑term scalability.

Benefits

• Elective benefits: programs tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow your career: accelerate your path to success with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on‑demand courses.
• Elevate your personal well‑being: boost your financial, physical, and mental well‑being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we value every voice and celebrate global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer‑to‑peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the most of our global organization: network with other new co‑workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with your community: participate in internal, peer‑led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and other environmental and social initiatives.

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse team that represents and empowers a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To support our diversity and inclusion efforts, we may ask for voluntary gender disclosure information. This data will be used solely to improve our hiring practices and ensure fair treatment for all candidates.