Straive - Lead Automation QA Engineer - Java/Selenium

We are actively seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lead Automation QA Engineer with 7 - 9 years of experience, specializing in Selenium-based test automation, to lead our quality assurance initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining automation strategies, leading a team of QA engineers, and overseeing the design, development, and execution of comprehensive automated test frameworks and suites. This role demands advanced expertise in test automation, a deep understanding of software development and quality assurance processes, and proven leadership skills to drive the continuous improvement of our software quality. Key Responsibilities : - Define, implement, and champion the overall test automation strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with project goals and organizational objectives. - Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Automation QA Engineers, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and fostering professional growth. - Architect, design, and evolve robust, scalable, and maintainable test automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver, primarily with Java. - Oversee the development, execution, and analysis of automated test suites across various environments and application layers. - Collaborate closely with development, product management, and DevOps teams to integrate automation into the CI/CD pipeline, promoting continuous testing, delivery, and feedback loops. - Drive the adoption of best practices, coding standards, and innovative solutions within the QA automation team. - Conduct complex root cause analysis of defects, provide insights to development teams, and ensure effective defect management processes. - Evaluate and recommend new testing tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance test coverage, efficiency, and effectiveness. - Contribute to high-level architectural discussions and provide critical input from a quality assurance perspective. - Ensure comprehensive test coverage, including functional, regression, integration, performance, and security testing where applicable. - Manage and prioritize testing activities, resource allocation, and project timelines within the automation module/team.