Automation Test Lead

Automation Test Lead Location - HolClientel, NJ Required: Mainframe and API Testing Lead End-to-end testing efforts for Claims E2E Transformation project implementations, enhancements, and upgrades across all applications and teams contributing to the delivered solution. Define and manage test strategy, test plans, test cases, and test data aligned with business requirements. Responsible for preparation of detailed test cases and test scenarios based on business and functional requirements. Perform test execution across multiple phases (Functional, System, Integration, and UAT) ensuring coverage and traceability. Participate in defect triage meetings, defect analysis, prioritize based on severity/impact, and coordinate with development teams for timely resolution. Ensure test repository (test cases, test data, scripts, and artifacts) is maintained, version-controlled, and updated regularly for reusability and audit readiness. Execute batch jobs (JCL), DB validation (DB2/VSAM), CICS screen testing. Validate API request/response (status codes, headers, payloads). Handle XML/JSON validations and schema checks. Perform REST/SOAP testing using tools like Postman. Explore potential automation opportunities leveraging existing tools. Validate data integrity across systems (DB-API-downstream). Execute regression testing cycles for each release/sprint to validate existing functionalities and prevent defect leakage. Maintain test evidence and documentation to support quality metrics, reporting, and governance requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (BA, Dev, DevOps) for test planning, execution alignment, and release readiness. Resource Logistics