Automation Lead

Role overview

Automation Lead at Indium Software

– QA Automation Lead We are looking for an experienced QA Automation Lead with strong expertise in automation framework development and test strategy.

The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in Web, API, and Integration testing, along with CI/CD and modern AI-driven testing practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA automation strategy across Web, API, and Integration testing.
• Design and maintain scalable automation frameworks from scratch.
• Define test plans, test strategies, and ensure end-to-end test coverage.
• Develop and execute automated functional, regression, integration, and E2E tests.
• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines.
• Analyze test results, manage defects, and coordinate with development teams.
• Track QA metrics and provide release readiness reports.
• Mentor QA engineers and conduct automation code reviews.
• Drive automation best practices and continuous process improvements.
• Adopt modern automation and AI-driven testing practices.

Required skills

• Strong experience in QA automation and framework development.
• Hands-on experience in Web, API, and Integration testing.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and automation integration.
• Strong understanding of test strategy, planning, and QA methodologies.
• Experience with defect management and QA reporting.
• Good programming/scripting skills and Git experience.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Experience mentoring QA engineers.

Preferred qualifications and skills

• Exposure to AI-enabled testing tools is preferred.

Employment details

• Location: Chennai [Tamil Nadu] [India]