Quality Assurance Automation Lead

2 weeks ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India Synechron Full time

Job Title: Lead QA Automation Engineer (Cypress/Playwright)

Location: Pune

Experience: 8+ years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly experienced Lead QA Automation Engineer with at least 8 years of hands-on experience in designing and implementing automated test solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Cypress and/or Playwright, proven leadership in QA automation, and a commitment to quality throughout the software development lifecycle. You will provide technical direction, mentor team members, and drive automation strategy for critical projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take ownership of test automation strategy, framework design, and implementation using Cypress and/or Playwright.
  • Mentor, guide, and lead a team of QA engineers, fostering best practices in automation, code reviews, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop comprehensive test plans and cases for functional, regression, and end-to-end scenarios.
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.) and ensure smooth, reliable releases.
  • Work closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps to triage issues and maintain high-quality software delivery.
  • Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of automation frameworks for web, API, and end-to-end testing.
  • Ensure efficient defect management, reporting, and root cause analysis.
  • Drive adoption of new tools, techniques, and processes to improve product quality and team efficiency.
  • Advocate for robust quality standards and champion testing throughout Agile/Scrum workflows.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • A minimum of 8 years' professional experience in test automation, including significant hands-on work with Cypress and/or Playwright.
  • Strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills; deep understanding of web application architecture.
  • Demonstrated ability to architect, design, and enhance scalable automation frameworks.
  • Significant experience integrating automated tests within CI/CD environments.
  • Hands-on team leadership: coaching, guiding, and fostering growth in QA engineers.
  • Experience with REST API testing and defect tracking tools.
  • Familiarity with source control systems (Git) and Agile/Scrum development.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Exposure to other automation tools (Selenium, Appium), performance or security testing.
  • Previous experience introducing new automation tools or processes.
  • BDD frameworks (Cucumber), and awareness of test management solutions.
  • Experience with cloud-based test execution or distributed automation environments.

What We Offer:

  • Influential leadership position in an innovative, technology-driven team.
  • Opportunities to drive automation strategy and adopt new technologies.
  • Open, collaborative work culture and professional growth pathways.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

To Apply:

Send your resume and cover letter to (Insert Contact Details), mentioning "Lead QA Automation Engineer (Cypress/Playwright)" in the subject line.

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