Automation Team Lead

Description

We're looking for a hands-on Automation Team Lead to own the entire testing lifecycle—from test infrastructure design and automation strategy to a fully green CI/CD pipeline in production. You’ll lead a high-impact team, while spending ~50% of your time writing Python code, designing frameworks, and driving quality culture across R&D.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and drive the automation strategy across product releases, quality KPIs, and test tooling.
• Build robust, production-grade test automation frameworks and suites using Python and pytest.
• Integrate automation into our CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins-based): gating builds, generating reports, and keeping pipelines green.
• Define test architecture and translate product/R&D requirements into scoped user stories and test plans.
• Mentor and lead automation engineers: conduct code reviews, pair program, support career growth.
• Collaborate daily with developers, QA, DevOps, and research teams to align on quality and delivery.

Core Technologies & Tools

• Programming Language: Python
• Testing Framework: pytest
• CI/CD: Jenkins (or similar tools)
• Methodologies: Agile, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, E2E Testing
• Environments: Linux, Windows (advantage)
• Virtualization: Docker (advantage)

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing automation frameworks in Python or pytest.
• Proven track record of designing and building test automation infrastructure (not just writing scripts).
• 3+ years of experience in technical leadership or team management — including hiring, mentoring, and delivery ownership.
• Strong knowledge of test methodologies: unit testing, integration, end-to-end (E2E), and regression testing.
• Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or similar tools.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience with manual and exploratory testing for full-quality coverage.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments.
• B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent field.