Head of QA | Automation (Selenium/Cypress)

leading-edge; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 480,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

leading-edge is seeking a Head of QA in Saudi Arabia to define automated testing strategies, oversee performance and stress testing, and ensure defect-free transaction processing across remittance channels.

The role requires fintech/remittance experience and expertise in Selenium or Cypress, with the ability to integrate QA into CI/CD alongside Development, DevOps, and Product teams. On-site position with a 6-month probation and potential permanent conversion.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in QA within fintech/remittance/digital banking.
• Expert in automation frameworks such as Selenium or Cypress.
• Experience testing mobile wallets, payment gateways, or high-volume transaction systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated testing frameworks to ensure robust, repeatable validation.
• Oversee performance, load, and stress testing of transaction systems.
• Drive end-to-end QA strategy to achieve zero defects in production.
• Collaborate with Development, DevOps, and Product teams to integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines.
• Establish QA governance, standards, and metrics to monitor quality across the organisation.
• Mentor QA teams to build technical expertise and a culture of quality and accountability.

Skills

Automation frameworks

Mobile wallets

Payment gateway

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Job description

Urgent: Head of QA | Selenium or Cypress

Location: Saudi Arabia (On-site)

Probation Period: 6-Month Period | Potential Permanent Conversion

Industry Experience: Fintech, Remittance, or Digital Banking

Skills: Automation (Selenium/Cypress), Mobile Wallets, Payment Gateway

Immediate candidates must reside in KSA; GCC nationals preferred or Expat with transferable Iqama

Overview

Our client in KSA is seeking a Head of QA to ensure total reliability across the remittance platform. The role will define and implement automated testing strategies, oversee performance and stress testing, and guarantee defect-free transaction processing across all channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated testing frameworks to ensure robust, repeatable validation
• Oversee performance, load, and stress testing of transaction systems
• Drive end-to-end QA strategy to achieve zero defects in production
• Collaborate with Development, DevOps, and Product teams to integrate QA into CI/CD pipelines
• Establish QA governance, standards, and metrics to monitor quality across the organisation
• Mentor QA teams to build technical expertise and a culture of quality and accountability

Requirements

• Proven experience in QA leadership within fintech, remittance, or digital banking platforms
• Expert in automation frameworks such as Selenium or Cypress
• Experience testing mobile wallets, payment gateways, or high-volume financial transaction systems
• Strong knowledge of performance, stress, and security testing practices
• Leadership experience, with ability to guide and mentor high-performing QA teams

Eligibility Criteria

• Currently based in Saudi Arabia and available for on-site engagement
• Saudi or GCC National (Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar), or Expat with transferable Iqama
• Business Visit and Family Visit visas are not eligible