Automation Test Lead

Responsibilities

• Independently orchestrate and execute comprehensive testing strategies, leveraging deep client domain knowledge to significantly elevate software quality and reliability.
• Act as a high-level consultant by exploring the client's business landscape and product vision. You will leverage technical expertise to architect and recommend cutting-edge testing strategies, streamlined processes, and optimal toolstacks.
• Serve as a key technical point of contact, collaborating directly with project teams and clients through daily strategic meetings and weekly alignment sessions.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations, provide status updates, manage resource allocation effectively following a staffing plan, connect with ITPMs independently and clients stakeholder interaction for the Squad(s).
• Critically analyze requirements, specifications, and test artifacts to provide high-value, actionable feedback that shapes product development.
• Expertly prioritize complex tasks and provide precise effort estimations to ensure project milestones are met with excellence.
• Take full responsibility for developing, maintaining, and executing sophisticated automated tests, ensuring robust coverage.
• Beyond tracking defects, you will perform deep-dive root cause analysis to address systemic quality issues and optimize the overall testing lifecycle.
• Seamlessly coordinate diverse work activities and manage stakeholder expectations to deliver premium-quality products on schedule.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the test automation team, sharing best practices and knowledge.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in Testing, encompassing API, UI, and Mobile platforms.
• At least 6 years of hands-on experience with Selenium, Katalon, or Playwright, with a proven track record of building and scaling automation frameworks from the ground up.
• Demonstrated experience in designing, owning, and maintaining complex automation frameworks throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Strong programming skills in JavaScript or TypeScript; proficiency in additional programming languages is highly regarded
• Deep understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies, enabling fluid adaptation in fast-paced environments
• Proficiency in Cloud and CI/CD ecosystems, including AWS/Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins
• Solid expertise in test strategy, test planning, and test techniques, including black-box, risk-based, exploratory, and non-UI testing.
• Solid expertise in test planning and diverse techniques, such as black-box, risk-based, exploratory, and non-UI testing
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact directly with clients and internal teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to Malaysia for onsite work and client engagement is a plus.