Lead Test Automation Engineer

At Finexus, we are investing in a transformation of our testing practices, by embracing cutting edge test automation. As a Lead Test Automation Engineer, you will play a key role in defining and implementing the company’s test automation strategy, in partnership with other senior engineering leads. Key responsibilities & goals You will lead test automation for one of the company’s core products (e.g. AREMA, Cardworks). You will identify areas that benefit from improved test automation, and execute implementation plans to achieve these improvements. Your scope will cover several modules/sub-components of the product. As a lead, you will help train technical QAs in test automation, including identifying needs for formal 3rd party training or courses. You will partner with Platform tech leads to help the company provide the best tech stack for test automation. You may be asked to consult or advise testing initiatives on other products, but your focus will be on your own product. Required skills & experience 7+ years in Quality Assurance (QA), with at least 4 years in Test Automation specifically, OR 5+ years in Software Engineering with a focus on testing. Expertise in at least 2 key areas of testing – web, mobile, API/backend, security, performance. Experience with industry standard testing platforms or frameworks e.g. Katalon, Playwright, Postman, Cypress, Appium, Robot Framework, Karate Coding knowledge in 1 programming language e.g. Python, Javascript, Java, Golang Strong written and verbal communication skills, in English. Preferred: A track record of training and mentoring other QAs/automation engineers, whether through direct or indirect reporting. A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or similar (e.g. Computer Engineering, Software Engineering).