Test Automation lead

Role & Responsibilities: Experience: 6-9 years Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive test automation suites using Playwright(Coded UI) Create and execute test cases to validate Microsoft D365 functionality and integration points. Clearly communicating test automation goals, progress, and challenges to stakeholders. Ability to articulate a clear vision for the test automation strategy and align it with the overall business goals. Collaborate with development and QA teams to understand product requirements and identify testing needs. Collaborate with development, QA and business teams to identify and resolve issues with an emphasis on early detection. Create and execute test cases, analyze results, and report defects. Develop and maintain test data and environment setups. Optimize test scripts for performance and maintainability. Tracking and reporting on key test automation metrics to measure effectiveness. Generate comprehensive test reports and documentation for project stakeholders highlighting the impact of testing on product quality. Stay updated with the latest Playwright features and best practices. Contribute to the development of testing frameworks and methodologies. Building and motivating a high-performing test automation team. Proactive identification and mitigation of risks associated with test automation implementation. Overseeing the development of well-structured and efficient test scripts. Ensuring the availability and quality of test data for automated testing. Nice to Have: Fostering a culture of innovation and experimentation to enhance test automation capabilities. Researching and evaluating new test automation tools and technologies. Integrating test automation into CI/CD pipelines to enable faster feedback loops Qualifications

Proven experience as a Playwright Expert (2+) or Software Test Engineer (5+) with a strong focus on automation.

In-depth knowledge of Playwright framework and its capabilities.

Proficiency in programming languages like JavaScript or TypeScript.

Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and principles.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good communication and documentation skills.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

Proven experience as a Test Lead in Microsoft Dynamics 365 projects

Excellent understanding of Microsoft D365 CRM modules and integration points.

Strong leadership and communication skills

Proficient in test management tools and test automation frameworks. Preferred Skills

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test automation integration.

Knowledge of other testing frameworks (Selenium, Cypress).

Experience with performance testing and tools.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure).