We are looking for a Lead Test Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Java-based automation frameworks. The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, robust automated test solutions for web applications, APIs, and integrated systems.

This role requires strong testing fundamentals, advanced hands-on coding skills, and proven experience in architecting automation frameworks at scale. The successful candidate will mentor and guide QA engineers, establish best practices, and collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and business stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain automated test frameworks using Java
• Create 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 work with development teams on resolution
• Improve test reliability, maintainability and execution efficiency
• Lead code reviews and technical discussions, while driving quality engineering initiatives to ensure scalable, maintainable and high-quality solutions
• Mentor junior and mid-level QA engineers on automation best practices

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in test automation using Java
• At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
• Experience with Selenium, Playwright, Cypress or similar automation tools
• Strong knowledge of testing frameworks such as JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber or similar
• Experience with 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
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps or similar
• Experience with Git and version control practices
• Good understanding of Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong analytical, debugging and communication skills
• English language proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher

Nice to have

• Experience with performance testing tools
• Background in Docker or cloud-based test execution
• Experience with BDD frameworks
• Competency in tests for microservices or distributed systems
• Experience with mobile automation using Appium