Senior Test Automation Team Lead (Python)

We are looking for a Senior Test Automation Team Lead to define and lead end-to-end test automation for Zultys product development across web services, mobile apps, desktop apps, and IP telephony. This role combines hands-on framework development in Python with team leadership, automation strategy, and quality ownership across the delivery lifecycle.

Experience Level

• 7+ years of professional experience in QA/Software Testing
• 4+ years of hands-on test automation experience with Python
• 2+ years of experience leading QA automation engineers or cross-functional quality initiatives

What You'll Do

• Define and execute the test automation strategy across API, UI, integration, E2E, regression, and non-functional testing
• Architect, build, and maintain scalable Python-based automation frameworks
• Lead automation for web services and backend APIs, mobile applications (Android/iOS), desktop applications
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions/Jenkins) with quality gates and release criteria
• Establish best practices for test design, coding standards, flaky test reduction, and reliable reporting
• Mentor and coach automation engineers; perform code reviews and technical guidance
• Drive defect triage, root-cause trends, and continuous quality improvements

What We're Looking For

• Strong hands-on Python experience for automation frameworks and tooling
• Deep experience with API automation (REST/WebSocket), UI automation, and E2E orchestration
• Practical experience with mobile automation tools (e.g., Appium) and desktop test automation
• CI/CD expertise with GitHub Actions and Jenkins
• Strong knowledge of test architecture, risk-based testing, and quality metrics
• Strong Linux, networking, and troubleshooting skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills