Quality Assurance Lead - Automation Testing

Job Title : QA Lead.
Location : Mohali.Experience : 6+ years.Job Summary :We are seeking a QA Lead with 6+ years of experience to drive the quality assurance strategy for our applications.The ideal candidate has extensive experience in designing automation frameworks, hands-on expertise with Selenium (Java), security testing, and performance testing, and a strong understanding of modern QA methodologies.
As a QA Lead, you will work closely with development, product, and DevOps teams to establish and maintain robust automation and security testing practices, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.Lead the QA Strategy : Define, implement, and improve testing strategies, automation frameworks, and quality assurance processes.Test Planning & Execution : Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and scenarios covering functional, regression, performance, and security testing.Should have experience with JIRA or similar tools.Automation Framework Development : Design and maintain scalable, reusable, and robust automation frameworks using Selenium with Java.Security Testing : Conduct security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analysis to ensure application security and compliance.CI/CD Integration : Integrate automated tests within CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and deployment.Mentor & Guide Team : Provide technical leadership, mentor junior testers, and foster a culture of quality within the development teams.Defect Management : Track, report, and drive defect resolution by collaborating with developers and stakeholders.Stay Up-to-Date : Continuously research and implement best practices, emerging tools, and technologies in test automation.Requirements :Experience : Minimum 6 years of experience in software testing, with at least 3+ years in test automation and leadership roles.Automation Expertise : Strong hands-on experience with Selenium (Java), TestNG, Cucumber, REST Assured, and API automation.Security Testing Knowledge : Familiarity with OWASP, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment tools (e., Burp Suite, ZAP, Nessus).Performance Testing : Knowledge of tools like JMeter, Gatling, or LoadRunner is a plus.CI/CD & DevOps : Experience integrating automation into Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI/CD pipelines.Agile & SDLC Knowledge : Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, test lifecycle, and best QA practices.Problem-Solving & Leadership : Ability to guide teams, drive process improvements, and collaborate effectively across functions.Preferred Qualifications :- Programming Skills : Strong knowledge of Java, Python, or JavaScript for automation scripting.- Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, Cucumber, and REST Assured.- Certifications : ISTQB, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or other relevant certifications in security/automation testing.- Experience in cloud environments like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud