Sr. QA Automation Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States
Salary: $125,000 - $130,000 / year
**Role & seniority: ** QA Leadership (team lead/manager of QA analysts); Senior QA / QA lead responsibilities
**Stack/tools: ** Playwright (TypeScript and/or Python); Python/TypeScript programming; UI/API/DB test automation; API testing tools; CI/CD pipelines; Git; test reporting frameworks; AI-assisted/intelligent automation tools (advantage)
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Lead QA team: task allocation, delivery tracking; set QA governance/standards/quality benchmarks
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Own test strategy and oversee execution (manual + functional/regression/integration/system testing)
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Act as QA point of contact; collaborate with Product Owners/BA/Developers/Architects for coverage and quality alignment
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Must-have skills:
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Hands-on Playwright automation in TypeScript and/or Python
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Strong UI, API, and database automation experience
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Ability to build scalable/reusable automation frameworks (Python/TS)
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Functional testing expertise: analyze requirements/acceptance criteria; design/execute test scenarios
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Experience with API testing, CI/CD, Git, and test reporting
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Agile/Scrum delivery with quality-first mindset
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Risk identification and mitigation; ensure compliance with quality/regulatory standards (esp. BFSI)
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Nice-to-haves:
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Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance domain knowledge
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Mainframe testing and integration with distributed systems/legacy validation
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Location & work type: Not specified in provided text.
Full Description
Job Description
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
Mandatory Skills
Strong hands-on experience with Playwright using TypeScript and/or Python. Proven expertise in UI, API, and Database test automation. Strong programming skills in Python and/or TypeScript, with the ability to build and maintain scalable automation frameworks/reusable components. Exposure to API testing tools, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and test reporting frameworks. Experience with AI-assisted test automation tools or intelligent automation frameworks is an added advantage.
Solid understanding of functional testing, including the ability to
- Analyze business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
- Design and execute functional, integration, progression, and regression test scenarios.
- Collaborate effectively with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Developers to ensure complete test coverage.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments with a quality-first mindset.
Nice To Have Skills
Knowledge of the Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance domain Experience with Mainframe testing, including validation of legacy applications and integration testing with distributed systems.
Roles & Responsibilities
QA Leadership & Governance
Lead and manage a team of QA analysts, ensuring effective task allocation and delivery tracking. Establish QA governance, standards, and quality benchmarks across projects.
Test Strategy & Execution
Own the test strategy for manual testing, including scope, approach, tools, and timelines. Oversee execution of functional, regression, integration, and system testing activities.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Act as the primary point of contact for all QA-related activities for business and IT stakeholders. Work closely with product owners, developers, and architects to ensure quality alignment with requirements.
Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
Perform internal and external quality assurance checks for deliverables. Identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives in QA practices.
Mentoring & Capability Development
Mentor and guide junior QA team members, enhancing their testing skills and domain knowledge. Promote knowledge sharing and best practices within the QA team.
Risk & Compliance Management
Identify testing risks early and provide mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory quality standards (especially relevant for BFSI projects).
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 & Cert ification & 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: 125,000 - $130,000 a year
Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
