Principal SDET - iOS/Android Automation

• Develop and drive test strategies, test plans, and schedules for mobile applications based on project requirements, ensuring comprehensive test coverage for iOS and Android platforms.
• Design, build, and maintain robust and scalable mobile test automation frameworks and scripts that validate the functionality, performance, and scalability of our applications across mobile devices.
• Integrate mobile automation tests into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring seamless deployment and feedback cycles.
• Establish and uphold best practices in mobile testing, including code reviews, test case creation, and defect management processes.
• Identify, document, and track software defects, perform complex root cause analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and resolve issues.
• Monitor test execution on real devices and simulators/emulators, analyze test results, and report quality metrics and readiness assessments to stakeholders.
• Lead debugging of test failures and help diagnose root causes, especially within multi-component, distributed systems.
• Foster a culture of quality, advocating for continuous improvement in mobile testing methodologies and processes.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to team members in best practices for mobile testing and software development.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives in automation strategies and testing processes for mobile platforms.

Career Level - IC4

• Education: BE/ME in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 8+ years in software QA with a focus on mobile (iOS/Android) testing, including testing distributed systems.
• Mobile Automation Frameworks: Proficiency in mobile testing frameworks such as Appium, Espresso (Android), XCUITest (iOS), and familiarity with Detox for React Native applications.
• Programming Skills: Strong knowledge of languages like Java, Kotlin, Swift, or JavaScript for mobile testing; proficiency in Python or Shell scripting for test automation is a plus.
• CI/CD Integration: Experience with integrating mobile automation tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Bitrise, or GitLab CI.
• Cloud and Containerization: Understanding of cloud infrastructure, especially as it relates to SaaS; familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes is an advantage.
• Testing Tools and APIs: Hands-on experience with test development infrastructure such as TestNG, Junit, and API testing tools like Postman, REST Assured, and SoapUI.
• Source Control: Experience with source control tools like Git and Bitbucket, with proficiency in branching and merging strategies.
• Device Management: Familiarity with device management and cloud-based device labs, such as BrowserStack for comprehensive test coverage across devices.
• Agile Practices: Comfortable working in an agile environment, with experience in distributed teams.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills, a strong sense of ownership, and a passion for building and maintaining quality mobile applications that scale.

• Experience with mobile-specific performance testing and monitoring tools like Firebase Performance Monitoring, Charles Proxy, or Crashlytics.
• Familiarity with GraphQL and RESTful APIs for backend integration.
• Experience with AI/ML-driven test automation solutions is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience debugging complex issues across distributed systems.