Test Automation Architect

We are seeking a Test Automation Architect to design, implement, and evolve scalable automation frameworks that cover web, mobile, APIs, and microservices testing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in modern automation tools, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to evaluate and justify technology solutions for enterprise needs.

Key Responsibilities Design and implement scalable and maintainable automation frameworks for web, mobile, API, and microservices testing. Provide technical leadership in automation strategy, framework architecture, and best practices. Conduct POCs, tool evaluations, and present justifications/ROI to prospects, clients, and internal stakeholders. Ensure best practices in locator strategies, test stability, test data handling, and reduction of flaky test executions. Mentor teams on evolving test practices, including shift-left testing and contract testing approaches. Explore and integrate AI/ML-based testing solutions, including self-healing mechanisms and AI-assisted coding tools like GitHub Copilot, to improve efficiency. Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to align automation with CI/CD pipelines. Provide guidance on mobile automation challenges and effective use of tools like Appium and Playwright. Contribute thought leadership through knowledge-sharing sessions and framework improvements. Support initiatives in performance and security testing (theoretical understanding preferred, with option to grow hands-on expertise).

The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in modern automation tools, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to evaluate and justify technology solutions for enterprise needs.