Senior Automation Test Lead Embedded
India
Job Description
Senior Automation Test Lead Embedded
Bangalore, Karnataka

Job Summary

Job Summary:

Looking for an experienced Senior Automation Test Lead with strong hands‑on expertise in Selenium with Python, SmartBear TestComplete, ReadyAPI/SOAPUI, and Playwright. The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, and execution of automation frameworks, ensure high-quality deliverables, and drive test automation strategies across different projects.

Experience Requirements:

  • 9+ years of hands-on automation experience across multiple tools and technologies.
  • Strong expertise in:
    • Playwright (Python preferred)
    • Selenium WebDriver with Python
    • SmartBear TestComplete (desktop & UI automation)
    • ReadyAPI/SOAPUI (API automation)

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

 Skill Requirements:

  • Strong hands‑on expertise in Selenium with Python, SmartBear TestComplete, ReadyAPI/SOAPUI, and Playwright
  • Good understanding and experience with: OOP concepts, Git / version control, CI/CD pipelines, BDD/TDD frameworks (pytest, behave, robot framework, or similar)
  • Good understanding and experience with REST/SOAP API testing and SQL & no-SQL database validation.
  • Exposure to cloud-based testing solutions (Azure, AWS, BrowserStack, Sauce Labs).
  • Hands-on experience with test management tools (Azure DevOps (preferably) , Jira, ALM, qTest, Zephyr).
  • Strong understanding of SDLC/STLC and Agile Methodologies.
  • Experience with functional, regression, integration and E2E testing.
  • Experience on creating / developing Automation Framework ,Test strategy, test plans, test cases, and Automated test-scripts.
  • Experience in Agile Project.
  • Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical and documentation skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • High level of professionalism, energy and sense of urgency to “make things happen”
  • Strong level of customer focus and attention to detail.
  • Ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and manage workload under tight deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end‑to‑end automation planning, framework design, and execution across web, API, and desktop applications.
  • Define automation scope, strategy, effort estimation, and resourcing for new and ongoing projects.
  • Drive continuous improvement in automation processes, code quality, and overall QA engineering maturity.
  • Architect and enhance scalable, reusable test automation frameworks using:
    • Selenium + Python for web automation
    • Playwright for modern end‑to‑end browser automation
    • SmartBear TestComplete for desktop and functional testing
    • ReadyAPI/SOAPUI for REST/SOAP API test automation
  • Integrate automation suites with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
  • Develop custom utilities, modular libraries, and reusable components to accelerate automation coverage.
  • Implement page object models, data-driven testing, and other best practices for maintainability.
  • Plan, execute, and manage automated test suites as part of CI/CD pipelines.
  • Conduct root-cause analysis for automation failures and provide quick resolutions.
  • Ensure traceability, coverage, and quality through well-documented test scripts and reports.
  • Maintain test plans, automation reports, execution dashboards, and defect triage documentation.
  • Prepare weekly status reports and participate in sprint ceremonies.
  • Work closely with developers, product owners, and manual QA teams for requirement understanding and early test involvement.
  • Mentor junior automation engineers, review code, and enforce best practices.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Experience Requirements:

  • 9+ years of hands-on automation experience across multiple tools and technologies.
  • Strong expertise in:
    • Playwright (Python preferred)
    • Selenium WebDriver with Python
    • SmartBear TestComplete (desktop & UI automation)
    • ReadyAPI/SOAPUI (API automation)

Skill Requirements

Skill Requirements: Strong hands‑on expertise in Selenium with Python, SmartBear TestComplete, ReadyAPI/SOAPUI, and Playwright Good understanding and experience with: OOP concepts, Git / version control, CI/CD pipelines, BDD/TDD frameworks (pytest, behave, robot framework, or similar) Good understanding and expe

Other Requirements

1.Relevant certifications in Testing Tools and Test Automation (EMB), selenium, java are a plus
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Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.