Automation Testing Lead - Selenium/Playwright Testing

We are looking for an experienced Automation Testing Lead with expertise in Selenium, JavaScript, and Playwright to drive test automation strategies and execution. A strong background in mobile automation using Appium is preferred. The ideal candidate will lead automation efforts, mentor team members, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage automation testing efforts across web and mobile platforms. Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using Selenium, Playwright, and JavaScript. Implement and optimize mobile automation frameworks using Appium. Collaborate with development and QA teams to integrate automation testing into CI/CD pipelines. Perform code reviews and provide technical guidance to junior automation engineers. Identify test automation opportunities and drive best practices for scalable test frameworks. Analyze test results, debug failures, and report defects with detailed documentation. Work closely with stakeholders to define automation strategies, test plans, and scope. Required Skills & Experience 7+ years of experience in Automation Testing. Proficiency in Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, and JavaScript. Strong hands-on experience in Appium for mobile automation (iOS & Android). Knowledge of test automation frameworks and best practices. Experience in integrating test automation with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps. Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills in test automation. Understanding of API automation testing using tools like Postman or RestAssured is a plus. Excellent communication and leadership skills to drive automation initiatives. Preferred Qualifications Experience in mobile testing strategies and handling real device/cloud testing platforms like BrowserStack or Sauce Labs. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and test management tools such as JIRA, TestRail, or Xray. Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or TypeScript is an advantage. (ref:hirist.tech),