Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- 6+ years of experience in QA Automation Engineering
- Strong hands-on experience with Selenium and Playwright
- Solid programming skills in Java, TypeScript, and Python
- Strong SQL skills for database testing and validation
- Experience using ALM Octane (or similar test management tools)
- Proven experience in defect management and Agile methodologies
- Experience leading and working with offshore QA teams
- Hands-on experience using GitHub Copilot
Nice-to-Have / Plus
- Experience with API automation (REST, GraphQL)
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Knowledge or hands-on experience in building AI agents or AI-driven automation solutions
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Certifications in QA, Agile, or Cloud technologies
Soft Skills
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
· Ability to work independently and drive initiatives end-to-end · Collaborative and proactive team player
Roles & Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior QA Automation Engineer with strong expertise in Selenium and Playwright-based automation frameworks and proven experience in Java, TypeScript, and Python development. The ideal candidate will play a key role in test automation strategy, implementation, offshore team leadership, and technical problem-solving, while working closely with cross-functional Agile teams. Experience with GitHub Copilot and emerging AI-driven testing practices is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Test Automation Development & Strategy
- Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and reusable automation frameworks using
Selenium and Playwright
- Implement automated test solutions for UI, API, and regression testing
- Drive automation best practices including code reusability, maintainability, and CI/CD integration
- Review automation code and ensure adherence to coding standards and testing guidelines
Programming & Technical Expertise
- Develop automation solutions using Java, TypeScript, and Python
- Leverage object-oriented design principles, design patterns, and clean coding practices
- Integrate automation solutions with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
Database & Backend Validation
- Perform backend and database validations using SQL queries
- Validate data integrity across systems and ensure end-to-end test coverage
- Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot data-related defects
Test Management & Quality Governance
- Manage test cases, execution cycles, and test artifacts using Micro Focus ALM Octane (or similar test repository tools)
- Ensure effective defect lifecycle management, including triage, root cause analysis, and resolution tracking
- Provide quality metrics and dashboards to stakeholders
Agile & Collaboration
- Actively participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, and DevOps teams to ensure quality at every stage of development
- Advocate for shift-left testing and continuous quality improvement Offshore Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor offshore/onshore QA team members
- Assign work, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of testing outcomes
- Provide technical guidance, resolve complex automation challenges, and conduct knowledge-sharing sessions
- Establish best practices and improve overall team productivity and automation coverage AI Tools & Innovation
- Utilize GitHub Copilot to improve development efficiency, code quality, and automation speed
- Explore and implement AI-assisted testing approaches where applicable
- (Plus) Contribute to or experiment with AI agents, intelligent test generation, or self-healing automation concepts
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
Discretionary Annual Incentive.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000 a year