Test Manager
India
Job Description
Test Manager
Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Job Summary

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced AI Solution Architect - Test Automation to lead the implementation and adoption of AI-driven test automation solutions across customer environments.The ideal candidate will work closely with the Testing Center of Excellence (CoE) to deploy, customize, and operationalize AI-powered testing capabilities, while driving automation strategy, framework architecture, and engineering excellence. This role requires a blend of expertise in test automation, Python development, AI-assisted engineering tools, and customer-facing solution implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of AI-driven test automation solutions across customer engagements.Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Selenium, Playwright, and Robot Framework.Collaborate with the Testing CoE to deploy and operationalize AI-powered testing capabilities.Leverage GitHub Copilot and other AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity and test efficiency.Develop automated test scripts, reusable libraries, utilities, and framework components using Python.Drive automation strategy, standards, governance, and best practices across projects.Design and implement end-to-end test automation solutions integrated with CI/CD pipelines.Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps, and business teams to ensure seamless automation adoption.Lead initiatives around AI-assisted testing, intelligent test generation, defect analysis, and testing acceleration.Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to automation teams.Mentor engineers and promote adoption of modern testing practices and AI-assisted development.Evaluate emerging AI tools, frameworks, and technologies relevant to test automation and quality engineering.Support customer stakeholders in defining automation roadmaps and transformation initiatives.

Skill Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

10+ years of experience in Test Automation, Quality Engineering, or Automation Architecture.Strong hands-on expertise with:SeleniumPlaywrightRobot FrameworkStrong proficiency in Python programming.Experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade automation frameworks.Hands-on experience with GitHub Copilot and other AI-powered development tools.Strong knowledge of:API TestingCI/CD PipelinesGitAgile MethodologiesSDLC and Quality Engineering processesExperience integrating automation frameworks into DevOps environments.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Proven ability to lead technical teams and mentor automation engineers.

Other Requirements

Preferred Skills

Experience with AI-powered testing solutions and AI-assisted software engineering practices.Exposure to Generative AI and Agentic AI concepts.Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar CI/CD platforms.Understanding of intelligent test case generation, defect triage, and test optimization techniques.Experience working in customer-facing implementation or consulting engagements

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 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.