QA Lead( team handling exp) (NCS/Job/ 3648)
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Job Description
JD :
Job Description: Location: Bangalore
Number of Roles: 1
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Manager / Director of Engineering
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Quality Lead Engineer to drive the strategy, design, and execution of automation in our engineering organization. This contractor role demands a seasoned professional who can lead automation initiatives end-to-end — from defining the automation architecture to mentoring teams on best practices — while working in a fast-paced, large-scale technology environment.
�� Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and execute comprehensive manual test cases for pharmacy applications, APIs, and client-facing workflows
- Perform functional, regression, integration, smoke, and exploratory testing
- Validate API responses using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar
- Identify, document, and track defects with clear reproduction steps and severity classification in Jira
- Collaborate with developers, product managers, and automation engineers to clarify requirements and ensure test coverage
- Participate in sprint ceremonies (stand-ups, grooming, retrospectives)
- Contribute to test data setup, environment validation, and pre/post-deployment verification
�� Automation Strategy & Architecture
- Define and implement a comprehensive test automation strategy across web and backend services
- Design and maintain scalable, reusable, and maintainable automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Playwright)
- Establish automation standards, coding guidelines, and best practices across teams
�� CI/CD & DevOps Integration
- Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Concord, LooperPro)
- Implement shift-left testing strategies to catch defects early in the SDLC
- Drive continuous testing practices aligned with agile and DevOps workflows
�� Quality Engineering & Reporting
- Define and track key automation metrics — coverage, pass rates, flakiness, execution time, and defect escape rates
- Build dashboards and reports for leadership visibility into test automation health
- Conduct root cause analysis on test failures and drive stability improvements
- Champion quality engineering culture, including non-functional testing (performance, security, accessibility)
�� Leadership & Collaboration
- Lead and mentor a team of automation engineers, providing technical guidance and code reviews
- Partner with development and quality teams to embed quality throughout the delivery lifecycle
- Act as the single point of contact for all automation-related decisions and escalations
Required Qualifications
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Area |
Requirement |
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Experience |
10+ years in software engineering with 6+ years focused on test automation |
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Programming |
Strong proficiency in Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages |
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Frameworks |
Hands-on expertise with Selenium, Playwright |
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CI/CD |
Deep experience integrating automation with Concord, Looper, or similar |
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API Testing |
Strong experience with API automation (REST/GraphQL) |
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Version Control |
Proficiency with Git/GitHub workflows, branching strategies, and code review practices |
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Agile/Scrum |
Extensive experience working in Agile environments with strong understanding of sprint ceremonies |
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in large-scale retail or e-commerce technology environments
- Familiarity with Walmart technology stack (WCNP, Kafka, OneOps, KITT, ServiceMesh)
- Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling, k6, Locust)
- Exposure to AI/ML-driven test automation or intelligent test generation tools
- Exposure to Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Teams, Slack
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to work through ambiguity
- Self-motivated and capable of driving independently
- Passion for engineering excellence and continuous improvement
