Test Automation Architect (Quality Architect)

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Job Description

The Test Automation Architect (Quality Architect) is responsible for driving enterprise-wide quality engineering practices, embedding quality early in the development lifecycle, and leading test strategy, automation, and governance initiatives.

This role defines quality frameworks, develops test solutions across platforms, and integrates robust quality gates within CI/CD pipelines. It also ensures alignment with industry and security standards while mentoring Quality Engineers and promoting continuous improvement. The Test Automation Architect (Quality Architect) plays a key role in fostering cross-functional collaboration, enhancing observability through test analytics, and influencing the organization's quality culture.

Test Automation Strategy And Implementation

• Design, develop, and maintain sophisticated and scalable test automation frameworks, test suites, and solutions for web, API, and mobile applications.
• Provide architectural guidance and best practices for test automation.
• Lead the adoption of automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Playwright, RestAssured, Appium) within teams and potentially across multiple projects or the organization.
• Integrate automation seamlessly into the development lifecycle.

CI/CD Pipeline Optimization And Quality Assurance

• Implement, optimize, and oversee CI/CD pipelines with well-defined and automated quality gates.
• Integrate various test types (unit, integration, E2E, non-functional) into the CI/CD process.
• Monitor pipeline effectiveness and provide actionable feedback and insights to development teams.
• Contribute to the evolution and standardization of CI/CD processes.

Strategic Test Planning And Execution

• Define and lead the development and execution of comprehensive test strategies for projects and programs.
• Determine test scope, methodologies, resource estimation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Effectively apply mocking and contract testing techniques.
• Contribute to program-level test strategies and influence quality-related decisions.

Quality Standards And Governance

• Actively contribute to the definition, communication, and enforcement of quality standards, testing principles, and best practices.
• Lead initiatives to analyze existing test processes and drive the adoption of standardized and efficient methodologies and tools.
• Govern quality standards and ensure alignment with industry and security standards across multiple teams or the organization.

Technical Mentorship And Quality Advocacy

• Provide technical mentorship and coaching to junior and intermediate Quality Engineers in advanced automation techniques and testing methodologies.
• Act as a strong advocate for quality within project and development teams, promoting a quality-first mindset.
• Report on the progress and effectiveness of automation and testing efforts.
• Foster a strong quality engineering community and contribute to talent development.

Test Analytics And Reporting

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure process efficiency and effectiveness.
• Leverage test data and metrics to provide insightful reports and identify areas for improvement.
• Enhance observability through test analytics at the project, program, and potentially organizational levels.

Top Deliverables

• Effective and Efficient Test Automation Solutions
• Optimized CI/CD Pipelines with Robust Quality Gates
• Strategic Test Plans and Execution Guidance
• Defined and Implemented Quality Standards and Processes: Contribution to and enforcement of quality standards, testing principles, and best practices within teams and potentially across the organization, leading to consistent and high-quality testing practices.
• Technical Mentorship and Quality Advocacy: Providing guidance and support to Quality Engineers on automation and testing techniques, and actively promoting a quality-first mindset and best practices within development and project teams.

Hiring Requirements

Educational Background

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering (Computer, Software, Electrical, Industrial), Information Technology, or a related field. (A Master's degree may be preferred for higher bands).

Professional Experience

At least 7+ years to 10+ years of relevant experience in software quality assurance, with demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing test automation frameworks across multiple projects and strong experience with CI/CD. With a proven track record of leading quality initiatives across multiple programs, defining test strategies, and influencing quality practices. With demonstrable leadership in defining organizational quality vision, strategy, and governance, and influencing executive-level decisions.

Technical Proficiency

• Expertise in Test Automation: Proven ability to design, develop, and maintain complex and scalable test automation frameworks for web, API, and mobile applications using relevant tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium, RestAssured, Appium).
• Deep Understanding of CI/CD: Comprehensive knowledge of CI/CD principles, tools, and the integration of automated testing within pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Strategic Test Planning: Demonstrated experience in developing and executing comprehensive test strategies for complex projects and programs.
• Knowledge of Testing Methodologies: Solid understanding of various testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) and test design techniques.
• Experience with Performance and Security Testing: Familiarity with performance testing concepts and tools, and an understanding of basic security testing principles.
• API Testing Skills: Proven ability to test APIs effectively using relevant tools and protocols.
• Scripting and Programming Skills: Proficiency in one or more scripting or programming languages relevant to test automation (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).
• Experience with Test Management Tools: Familiarity with tools like Jira with Xray/Zephyr, TestRail, or similar.

Soft Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability and a strong willingness to learn.
• Proactive and able to take initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Other Requirements

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior team members (increasing expectation with higher bands).
• For higher bands, demonstrated experience in leading quality initiatives across multiple teams or programs and influencing organizational quality practices.
• For the highest bands, experience in defining organizational quality vision and strategy, and interacting with executive leadership.
• Willingness to stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies in quality engineering.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Globe’s hiring process promotes equal opportunity to applicants. Any form of discrimination is not tolerated throughout the entire employee lifecycle, including the hiring process such as in posting vacancies, selecting, and interviewing applicants.

Globe’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy Commitment can be accessed here.

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Key skills/competency

• Test Automation Architect
• Quality Assurance
• CI/CD
• Test Strategy
• Quality Governance
• Mentorship
• Test Analytics
• Performance Testing
• API Testing
• Agile Methodologies