Senior QA Automation Engineer

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 div>

• 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