Lead Software Test Engineer

Job Description Hello Visionary We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We're looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you Then it seems like you'd make a great addition to our vibrant team. Siemens founded the new business unit Siemens Foundational Technologies (formerly known as Siemens IoT Services) on April 1, 2019 with its headquarter in Munich, Germany. It has been crafted to unlock the digital future of its clients by offering end-to-end support on their outstanding digitalization journey. Siemens Foundational Technologies is a strategic advisor and a trusted implementation partner in digital transformation and industrial IoT with a global network of more than 8000 employees in 10 countries and 21 offices. Highly skilled and experienced specialists offer services which range from consulting to craft & prototyping to solution & implementation and operation everything out of one hand. We are looking for a Lead Software Test Engineer You'll make a difference by: - We are looking for a skilled and motivated Test Lead with proven experience in automation, framework design, and test strategy. The candidate should be proficient in JavaScript and Python, possess working knowledge of C++, and have experience in both web and desktop application testing. - You will lead the testing strategy from design to implementation ensuring reliability, scalability, and innovation throughout our quality engineering ecosystem.________________________________________ - Key Responsibilities: - Test Strategy and Architecture Design - Design, develop, and implement scalable, reusable, and maintainable automation frameworks across web and desktop products. - Define the overall test strategy and ensure alignment with business goals and technical architecture. - Select appropriate tools and technologies for UI, API, performance, and security testing. - Establish and enforce testing standards, best practices, and governance for automation, data management, and reporting. - Technical Leadership and Guidance - Mentor and guide QA engineers to strengthen automation and test engineering skills. - Conduct code reviews for automation frameworks and test scripts to ensure quality and consistency. - Act as a subject matter expert, resolving complex issues related to testing, debugging, and system integration. - DevOps and CI/CD Integration - Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitLab CI. - Ensure continuous testing and fast feedback loops through automated quality gates. - Implement automated test reporting and dashboards for real-time visibility into test results. - Advanced Analysis and Problem Solving - Analyze and troubleshoot non-automatable scenarios, proposing design or architecture improvements. - Collaborate with performance engineers to define robust performance and scalability testing strategies. - Provide architectural guidance for embedding security testing practices into the lifecycle. Tooling, Technology, and Research - Research, evaluate, and recommend new tools and technologies to improve test effectiveness and efficiency. - Lead proof-of-concept (POC) efforts for new automation approaches. - Identify and reduce technical debt within automation infrastructure. - Collaboration and Communication - Work closely with development, DevOps, product, and architecture teams to align testing with overall delivery goals. - Clearly communicate testing progress, challenges, and outcomes to stakeholders. - Advocate for quality engineering and promote automation excellence across teams. - Key Skills & Qualifications: - Scripting: JavaScript (Expert), Python (Expert) - Programming: C++ (Able to understand and analyze code) - Testing Tools: Cypress (Expert), Playwright (Good to have) - Desktop Testing: QT (Preferred) - API Testing: Postman, SoapUI (Strong in REST API validation) - CI/CD: Jenkins (Expert), GitLab CI (Expert) - Database Testing: Good to have - Version Control: Git (Strong experience) - Operating Systems: Windows and Linux - Desired Skills: - 1015 years of professional experience in test automation and quality assurance. - Hands-on experience designing automation frameworks from scratch. - Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies. - Experience with performance testing (JMeter, Locust) and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging abilities. - Excellent communication and leadership skills. - A proactive and adaptable mindset with ownership of automation architecture and quality outcomes. Desired Skills: - 10-15 years of experience is required. - Great Communication skills. - Analytical and problem-solving skills Join us and be yourself We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens. This role is based in Pune and is an Individual contributor role. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come. We're Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and imagination and help us shape tomorrow. Find out more about Siemens careers at: www.siemens.com/careers & more about mobility athttps://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/mobility.html