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

Job Summary

Job Title: Automation Test Engineer (Playwright with TypeScript/ JavaScript)

Job Summary:

The Automation Test Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test suites using modern frameworks like Cypress and Playwright. This role ensures the reliability, performance, and quality of web applications through comprehensive test automation and integration into the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Test Automation Development:

Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable automated test scripts using Cypress and Playwright in JavaScript/TypeScript.

Implement and adhere to test automation best practices, including Page Object Model and data-driven testing.

Create and execute automated tests for UI, functional, and regression testing across various browsers (e.g., Chromium, Firefox, WebKit for Playwright; Chrome variants for Cypress).

Test Execution and Reporting:

Execute and monitor test automation suites, integrating them into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).

Analyze test results, identify and report defects with clear and concise documentation.

Generate comprehensive test reports using tools like Mochawesome, Allure, or custom HTML reports.

Collaboration and Quality Assurance:

Collaborate closely with development, product, and other QA team members to understand requirements and ensure testability.

Participate in all phases of the SDLC, from requirements gathering to deployment.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and automation frameworks.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in TypeScript for test script development.

Strong understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, TypeScript).

Experience with API testing and integration testing.

Familiarity with version control systems, especially Git.

Ability to debug test failures and troubleshoot automation issues effectively.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in software quality assurance and test automation.

Hands-on experience with Playwright frameworks.

Solid understanding of testing methodologies and software quality concepts.

Experience working in an Agile development environment.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
To develop comprehensive test plans based on project requirements and objectives in collaboration with project stakeholders to define testing scope, goals, and deliverables.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. To participate in functional as well as technical discussions with the client /team to understand functional /design specifications ,highlight performance concerns, inconsistencies ,ensure the appropriate test environments and infrastructures are in place/kept upto date.
2. To Identify opportunities for process improvement in testing methodologies /tools and Implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.
3. To oversee the creation and execution of automated test scripts ensuring consistency and alignment with quality standards to minimize exposure.
4. To develop/guide and mentor QA engineers in the use of the testing framework , enhancing their technical capabilities and increasing productivity.

Skill Requirements

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Other Requirements

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Information at a Glance

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 226,300 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 December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

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