Automation Test Lead

Capgemini Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Test Lead to direct testing across multiple projects and champion automation initiatives. You will define testing strategies, oversee execution, mentor teams, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.

The role requires 10+ years in test management, hands-on automation with Selenium/Playwright/Cypress, and solid API testing experience within Agile environments. On-site role with leadership across QA teams.

Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in test management, planning, estimation, execution, defect management, and release sign-off.
• Hands‑on expertise in test automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, or similar frameworks.
• Proficiency in API testing using Postman, REST Assured, and integration testing methodologies.
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks and automated test suites.
• Strong knowledge of GitHub, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or Jenkins.
• Programming experience in Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#, along with SQL and database testing skills.
• Proven ability to lead functional, regression, integration, system testing, and UAT support activities in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Demonstrated team leadership and stakeholder management skills, including mentoring QA teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end testing activities, including test strategy, planning, execution, defect management, reporting, and release sign‑offs.
• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance automated testing frameworks and test suites for UI, API, and integration testing.
• Drive test automation adoption to improve test coverage, efficiency, and overall software quality.
• Manage GitHub repositories and integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins.
• Lead and mentor QA and Automation Engineers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, training, and resource planning.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, and project managers to ensure quality objectives and project deliverables are met.
• Monitor testing metrics, perform root cause analysis, ensure compliance with QA standards, and drive continuous process improvements across testing and release cycles.

Skills

Test management

Test automation

API testing

GitHub

CI/CD

QA leadership

Java

Python

JavaScript

C#

SQL

Agile/Scrum

Code reviews

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Playwright

Cypress

Postman

REST Assured

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Jenkins

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s mostinnovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as theyprovide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days arethe same.

Location

This is an onsite role located in Spring, Texas.

About The Job You’re Considering

We are seeking an experienced Test Lead to lead testing activities across multiple projects and drive automation testing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in test automation, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, quality assurance processes, and team leadership. The role involves defining testing strategies, overseeing test execution, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality software solutions.

Your role

• Lead end-to-end testing activities, including test strategy, planning, execution, defect management, reporting, and release sign‑offs.
• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance automated testing frameworks and test suites for UI, API, and integration testing.
• Drive test automation adoption to improve test coverage, efficiency, and overall software quality.
• Manage GitHub repositories and integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins. Support build validation, deployment testing, release management, and continuous integration initiatives.
• Lead and mentor QA and Automation Engineers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, training, and resource planning.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, and project managers to ensure quality objectives and project deliverables are met.
• Monitor testing metrics, perform root cause analysis, ensure compliance with QA standards, and drive continuous process improvements across testing and release cycles.

Your Skills And Experience

• 10 years’ experience in test management, including test strategy, test planning, estimation, execution, defect management, and release sign-off.
• Hands‑on expertise in test automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, or similar frameworks.
• Proficiency in API testing using Postman, REST Assured, and integration testing methodologies.
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks and automated test suites.
• Strong knowledge of GitHub, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure DevOps or Jenkins.
• Programming experience in Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#, along with SQL and database testing skills.
• Proven ability to lead functional, regression, integration, system testing, and UAT support activities in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Demonstrated team leadership and stakeholder management skills, including mentoring QA teams, conducting code reviews, resource planning, and driving continuous quality improvements.

Nice to have

• ISTQB Certification.
• Experience leading distributed onshore/offshore testing teams.
• Experience with Azure or AWS environments.
• Experience in large‑scale enterprise application testing.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $73,150-174,000.

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non‑negotiable benefits package to all regular, full‑time employees.

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A‑F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice:

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end‑to‑end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.