Lead Automation Tester in Python
We are seeking a Lead Automation Tester with over 5 years of experience to drive test automation strategy and lead a team of QA engineers.
This role requires hands-on automation expertise in Python, leadership skills and a focus on delivering high-quality solutions for enterprise applications, APIs and Big Data systems, including the use of AI tools for test preparation and automation script design.
Responsibilities
- Lead the QA automation team, providing technical guidance, mentorship and performance support
- Design, develop and maintain automated test frameworks using Python, PyTest, Robot Framework or equivalent
- Oversee test planning, execution and reporting for web, API and Big Data applications
- Collaborate with development, product and DevOps teams to integrate test automation into CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
- Ensure consistent use of version control with Git and maintain high-quality automation code standards
- Conduct code reviews, implement best practices and define automation strategy for new initiatives
- Leverage AI-assisted tools for test generation, automation script design and efficiency improvements
- Facilitate risk assessment and defect management to ensure high-quality releases
Requirements
- 5+ years of working experience in QA automation and test framework development
- Knowledge of Python, PyTest, Robot Framework or equivalent
- Expertise in browser automation using Selenium and web technologies such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- Deep knowledge of API testing with Postman or Requests library
- Strong experience with Big Data testing and distributed data validation
- Proficiency in integrating test automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab CI
- Strong familiarity with Azure Cloud
- Skills in version control with Git and maintaining automation code standards
- Background in leveraging AI tools to enhance test design, efficiency and coverage
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and drive adoption of automation best practices
- English proficiency at B2 level or higher
