QA Automation Technical lead

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Zoetis, Inc.

is the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock.

The Zoetis Tech & Digital (ZTD).

Join us at Zoetis India Capability Center (ZICC) in Hyderabad, where innovation meets excellence.

As part of the world's leading animal healthcare company, ZICC is at the forefront of driving transformative advancements and applying technology to solve the most complex problems.

Our mission is to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge for Zoetis globally by leveraging the exceptional talent in India.
At ZICC, you'll be part of a dynamic team that partners with colleagues worldwide, embodying the true spirit of One Zoetis.

Together, we ensure seamless integration and collaboration, fostering an environment where your contributions can make a real impact.

Be a part of our journey to pioneer innovation and drive the future of animal healthcare.

Test Automation Team Lead with a strong background in software testing methodologies and experience with test automation tools and frameworks (UiPath, Jenkins, Python).

As a Test Automation Team Lead, you will play a critical role in automation testing strategy, leading, and guiding automation engineers and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.

• Expert in test automation frameworks.
• Works on automation of SAP/Salesforces/Hybirs, web and mobile applications.
• Building automated test scripts and create automation environments for repeated tests.
• Excellent knowledge an understanding of industry standard testing tools.


• Must lead and guide two or more automation engineers.
• Works closely with cross functional teams in achieving testing objectives.


• Ensure quality, consistency, and efficiency across all testing practices.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Percent of Time 
Technical Leadership:
• Build test automation framework, set up Continuous Integration.

Continuously improve test automation processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of automated testing frameworks and strategies.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide mentorship to ensure the quality and reliability of automation code.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of software development practices, including code reviews and quality assurance best practices.

Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in software testing and test automation.

50%

Collaboration and Communication:
• Maintain collaboration and communication with Testing COE Global team members on overall Testing COE strategic objectives and priorities.


• Collaborate closely ZTD Cross functional teams that includes by not limited to Project Managers, Functional SMEs, Developers, Agile Scrum Teams, Product Owners, Compliance Specialists, Zoetis Business, Managed Service Providers.


• Participate in Agile ceremonies to ensure alignment between testing activities and project milestones.
• Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex concepts into clear and actionable insights.

30%

Team Leadership:
• Provide direction and support to test automation engineers, empowering them to achieve their full potential.
• Encourage open communication and constructive feedback to promote a positive work environment.

20%

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
ZTD Cross functional teams that includes by not limited to Project Managers, Functional SMEs, Developers, Agile Scrum Teams, Product Owners, Compliance Specialists, Zoetis Business, Managed Service Providers.

RESOURCES MANAGED
Financial Accountability
None

Supervision
None

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 
Indicate the formal education, certification or license required and/or preferred.

Include the minimum number of years of relevant experience required for the position (where legally permissible).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software testing with a focus on test automation.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing test automation frameworks using industry-leading tools and technologies (e.g., UiPath Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, etc.).


• Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo).
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and QA best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of mentoring and coaching team members.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Relevant certifications in software testing and test automation (e.g., UiPath Certifications, ISTQB, Selenium WebDriver) are a plus.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Indicate the technical skills required and/or preferred, as applicable.
Required: 
• Automation testing tools: UiPath Suite (Orchestrator, UiPath Studio and Test Manager)
• Mobile automation testing tools for Android, iOS, and cross-platform ones like Appium, pCloudy or Saucelabs
• Continuous Integration tools - Jenkins, Github 
• JIRA – Defect tracking and task creation tool
• ALM- Test and Defect Management tool 
Preferred:
• Experience using industry-leading tools and technologies (e.g., Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, etc.).


• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines like Azure DevOps
• Experience with SAP, Salesforce, SAP Hybris, Tableau
• Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Relevant certifications in software testing or test automation (e.g., Selenium WebDriver, UiPath).

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

Regular working hours are from 11:00 PM to 8: 00 PM IST or 2:00 PM to 11:00pm IST
Sometimes, more overlap with the EST Time zone is required for e.g., during production go-live.

This description indicates the general nature and level of work expected.

It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities required of the incumbent.

Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Additional position specific requirements/responsibilities are contained in approved training curricula.


 

Required Skill Profession

Computer Occupations