CIMET - Senior Test Automation Engineer - Cypress/Selenium (5-13 yrs)

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Test Automation Engineer with expertise in Cypress/Selenium lead our test automation initiatives. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving the quality assurance strategy, mentoring team members, and ensuring that our automation frameworks and processes align with the highest industry standards. This is a leadership role requiring both hands-on expertise and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Leadership and Strategy :

- Define and implement the overall test automation strategy and roadmap, focusing on scalability and efficiency.

- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level automation engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality goals align with business objectives.

2. Automation Framework Ownership :

- Design, develop, and enhance robust and scalable automation frameworks using Cypress/Selenium.

- Ensure frameworks are optimized for performance, maintainability, and integration with CI/CD pipelines.

3. Test Script Development and Review :

- Write, review, and maintain reusable and high-quality test scripts for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing.

- Automate testing for UI, API, and integration layers using Cypress/Selenium and other appropriate tools.

4. Test Planning and Execution :

- Lead the creation of detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and strategies.

- Oversee test execution, identify areas for improvement, and provide actionable recommendations.

5. Defect and Quality Management :

- Analyze automation test results, identify critical defects, and work with development teams to resolve them promptly.

- Drive root cause analysis processes to address recurring quality issues.

6. Performance and Load Testing :

- Lead efforts to implement performance and load testing strategies using Cypress/Selenium plugins or other tools.

- Ensure the application meets scalability and performance requirements.

7. Process Optimization and Innovation :

- Stay current with emerging tools, technologies, and best practices in test automation.

- Identify opportunities to enhance automation coverage and improve efficiency across teams.

8. Collaboration and Communication :

- Work closely with product managers, developers, and QA teams to integrate testing seamlessly into the development lifecycle.

- Provide detailed reporting on testing progress, automation coverage, and quality metrics to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

- 5+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.

- Proven expertise in Cypress/Selenium, including framework design, maintenance, and optimization.

- Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript for test script development.

- Solid understanding of testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, BDD, TDD) and best practices.

- Hands-on experience integrating test automation with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).

- Strong knowledge of RESTful API testing and tools like Postman or Cypress/Selenium plugins.

- Experience with version control tools such as Git.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Prior experience in a leadership role within a QA or test automation team.

- Familiarity with additional testing tools like Selenium, Playwright, or Puppeteer.

- Experience with performance and load testing tools.

- ISTQB Advanced Certification or equivalent.

- Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Key Competencies :

- Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

- Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

- Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.