Description
Test Lead - Automation, Cypress, Playwright, QA Testing
Overview:
An experienced Test Lead with a strong background in JavaScript-based testing frameworks and tools, specifically Playwright and Cypress, is required to join a Consultancy to work on a Government end-client, on a contract basis. As a Test Lead, you will take ownership of the end-to-end testing process, lead a team of skilled QA professionals, and drive the implementation of robust automation frameworks to ensure the delivery of high-quality software. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers, to establish efficient and scalable testing practices. Your leadership and technical expertise will play a key role in achieving seamless product releases and maintaining our commitment to excellence.
Required Skills And Experience:
- Proven experience as a Test Lead (Automation)
- Skills in JavaScript testing with experience in modern testing frameworks like Playwright and Cypress
- Solid understanding of automation best practices and patterns (e.g., Page Object Model)
- Experience with version control systems like Git
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions or GitLab CI
- Previous Government or Public Sector experience is advantageous
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead QA Strategy: Define and implement a comprehensive testing strategy including manual and automated testing approaches.
- Automation Framework Development: Design, build, and maintain robust automation frameworks using JavaScript, Playwright,and Cypress.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of QA engineers providing technical guidance ensuring the team meets project timelinesand quality standards.
- Test Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to define test objectives write detailed test plans create test cases to cover all functional integrationand regression scenarios.