Automation Test Lead

Who we are: VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. About this Role: We are seeking an experienced Automation Developer with 5-10 years of expertise in Java, Selenium, and open-source technologies. This role is based in Pune and involves leading the development and maintenance of a scalable automation framework used across multiple teams. The individual will be responsible for framework transition, roadmap creation, and delivery planning, while working within a diverse technology stack and collaborating with stakeholders across business domains. What you will do: - Lead the design, development, and maintenance of automation frameworks. - Drive framework transition and define the roadmap and delivery strategy. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure framework adoption and scalability. - Work with technologies including Java, Python, JavaScript, Groovy, Selenium, Concordion, Spock, Junit, and Mockito. - Utilise tools such as Git, Linux, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, IntelliJ, and X-Ray for JIRA. - Manage CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure using Jenkins DSL, ArgoCD, and GitOps. - Handle database operations using SQL, Oracle, JDBC, JPA, and Hibernate. - Apply networking protocols and API technologies including REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, and OpenAPI. - Operate within containerised environments using Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, and AWS. - Support legacy systems and agent-facing applications with German-language interfaces. - Train and support less technical users and engage with diverse stakeholders. - Continuously improve and refactor systems with a strong sense of ownership and initiative. Who you are: - A skilled developer with advanced knowledge of Java and test automation tools. - Experienced in working with large, diverse system stacks including legacy systems. - Comfortable navigating German-language documentation and supporting German interfaces. - Proficient in CI/CD, containerisation, and infrastructure-as-code practices. - An effective communicator with strong written and spoken English skills. - A collaborative team member who supports others and adapts to varied business domains. - A proactive individual who takes ownership and drives continuous improvement. Not a Perfect Fit? Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in. What's in it for you - Opportunity to lead automation initiatives across multiple teams. - Exposure to a wide range of modern and legacy technologies. - Collaborative work environment with diverse stakeholders. - Chance to contribute to strategic transformation projects. - Supportive culture that values continuous learning and improvement. What skills you will learn - Advanced automation framework design and implementation. - CI/CD pipeline management and infrastructure-as-code practices. - Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement. - Legacy system integration and multilingual interface support. - Scalable architecture planning and delivery leadership.