Lead QA Automation Engineer

Company Summary

DISH Network Technologies India Pvt. Ltd is a technology subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation. Our organization is at the forefront of technology, serving as a disruptive force and driving innovation and value on behalf of our customers.

Our product portfolio includes Boost Mobile (consumer wireless), Boost Mobile Network (5G connectivity), DISH TV (Direct Broadcast Satellite), Sling TV (Over The Top service provider), OnTech (smart home services), Hughes (global satellite connectivity solutions) and Hughesnet (satellite internet).

Our facilities in India are some of EchoStar's largest development centers outside the U.S. As a hub for technological convergence, our engineering talent is a catalyst for innovation in multimedia network and communications development.

Department Summary

Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our people play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Quality Strategy & Metrics

• Design, implement, and maintain quality metrics to effectively track project progress and product health.
• Take ownership of defining and driving quality processes and methodologies across the QA lifecycle.

Requirements & Test Planning

• Analyze functional and design specifications to ensure thorough understanding and test coverage.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define and execute detailed test plans and strategies.
• Write and review test plans and test cases for accuracy, coverage, and compliance with QA best practices.

Testing Execution & Coverage

• Conduct comprehensive functional and performance testing for Dish services and applications.
• Develop and execute manual and automated UI test cases, especially for TV-based applications.
• Maintain regression suites across multiple code branches and ensure regular execution.

Automation & DevOps Integration

• Lead automation efforts by developing robust test scripts and frameworks.
• Classify test cases as manual or automatable and prioritize accordingly.
• Integrate automated tests across all target devices in the CI/CD pipeline.
• Collaborate closely with the development team to analyze and resolve test failures.

Defect Management & Risk Assessment

• Monitor and update defect logs; track issue resolution in collaboration with development and QA teams.
• Evaluate ongoing projects for interdependencies and potential conflicts that may impact testing.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor new team members, helping them quickly onboard and understand the project ecosystem.
• Lead by example through hands-on contributions to test development and problem-solving.

Product Quality & Innovation

• Ensure the overall quality of products delivered to customers by validating all critical functionalities.
• Drive the development of prototypes and proof-of-concept initiatives to explore new tools, frameworks, or processes.
• Contribute to comprehensive, clear, and reusable QA documentation.

Skills, Experience and Requirements

• Over 8+ years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance with expertise in both manual and automation testing for media and full-stack applications.
• Solid understanding of streaming technologies and protocols, including DASH and HLS, with practical experience in streaming application testing.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and lead automation testing initiatives, ensuring robust test coverage and continuous improvement.
• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript, with hands-on experience in automation tools such as CodeceptJS and Selenium.
• Strong scripting skills in Java and Python, with the ability to contribute to framework enhancements and expand automation coverage.
• Skilled in debugging and root cause analysis, with the ability to troubleshoot issues efficiently.
• Experienced in Agile methodologies, with a good understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Familiar with CI/CD pipeline integration for automation testing across integration, regression, and system levels.
• Comfortable working with Git for collaborative development and version control.
• Experienced in test planning, effort estimation, and scoping of QA activities.

• Desirable experience in:

• Audio/video quality assurance and player performance testing

• Testing OTT applications on embedded consumer electronics such as Smart TVs, gaming consoles, and media streaming devices
• Using network debugging tools like Charles Proxy, Wireshark, and Fiddler
• Strong manual testing capabilities, with a proven track record in developing test scenarios across various phases of client-server application testing on OTT platforms.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Purchase
• Term Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Training Reimbursement
• Gratuity
• Mobile and Internet Reimbursement
• Team Outings