Lead Test Automation Engineer (Java)

We are seeking a Lead Test Automation Engineer with solid expertise in Java-based automation frameworks. The ideal candidate must be capable of designing, developing and maintaining scalable automated test solutions for web applications, APIs and integrated systems.

The position demands strong testing fundamentals, hands-on coding ability, experience with automation frameworks and the ability to collaborate closely with developers, QA engineers, product teams and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain automated test frameworks using Java
• Build automated tests for web applications, APIs and backend services
• Define test strategies, test plans and automation coverage
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Analyze test results, identify defects and collaborate with development teams on resolution
• Improve test reliability, maintainability and execution efficiency
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions and quality engineering initiatives
• Mentor junior and mid-level QA engineers on automation best practices

Requirements

• Strong background in test automation using Java
• Expertise in Selenium, Playwright, Cypress or similar automation tools
• Solid knowledge of testing frameworks such as JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber or similar
• Proficiency in API testing using tools or libraries such as REST Assured, Postman or similar
• Good understanding of software testing principles, QA processes and test design techniques
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps or similar
• Familiarity with Git and version control practices
• Good understanding of Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong analytical, debugging and communication skills

Nice to have

• Background in performance testing tools
• Familiarity with Docker or cloud-based test execution
• Hands-on experience with BD