QA Lead

Job Description Proven track record delivering Full stack websites and Mobile App (iOS/Android) initiatives end-to-end. BS/MS degree in Computer Science or closely related field or equivalent practical experience. 4+ years of experience managing engineers (mentoring staff/ principal engineers, setting technical direction, etc.) Playwright — solid hands‑on experience with end‑to‑end and cross‑browser automation TypeScript — strong proficiency, plus good JavaScript fundamentals Framework implementation — experience building/implementing a Playwright framework (page objects, fixtures, config, reporting) Web + App testing — proven experience testing both websites and applications, including responsive and cross‑browser scenarios CI/CD integration — running automated tests in pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, or similar) Git — version control and collaborative workflows QA fundamentals — test design techniques, methodologies, and the software testing lifecycle Roles & Responsibilities Define, own, and evolve the overall test automation strategy across web and mobile platforms. Design and implement a scalable, maintainable Playwright automation framework in TypeScript from scratch, including project structure, fixtures, reporting, and reusable utilities. Lead test planning, test case design, and coverage analysis for new features and regression cycles. Build and maintain automated end‑to‑end, integration, and cross‑browser test suites for websites and applications. Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure fast, reliable feedback on every build. Establish and enforce QA best practices, coding standards, and review processes for the automation codebase. Triage, investigate, and clearly document defects; partner with developers to drive timely resolution. Mentor and guide QA engineers, conducting code reviews and helping the team level up their automation skills. Track and report quality metrics (coverage, flakiness, defect trends, release readiness) to stakeholders. Collaborate closely with product, design, and engineering to embed quality early in the development lifecycle. Generic Managerial Skills, If Any Decision Making Under Ambiguity – Ability to make timely, reasoned decisions when information is incomplete. Engineering Managers regularly face trade‑offs between speed, quality, and cost — and cannot wait for perfect data before acting. Prioritization & Time Management – Managing a portfolio of initiatives means constantly triaging competing demands. Must be able to distinguish between urgent and important, delegate effectively, and protect the team's focus from organizational noise. Conflict Resolution – Disagreements between engineers, cross‑team friction, and misaligned stakeholder expectations are inevitable. The ability to surface tension early, facilitate honest conversations, and land on a resolution without leaving lasting damage is a core managerial skill. Delegation & Accountability – Knowing what to delegate, to whom, and how to hold people accountable without micromanaging. Strong managers create ownership — they do not become the bottleneck. Active Listening – Genuinely hearing what engineers, product partners, and stakeholders are saying—including what they are not saying. Problems often surface as weak signals before they become crises. Influence Without Authority – Much of an Engineering Manager's effectiveness depends on peers they do not manage — product managers, designers, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders. Getting alignment without direct control is a constant requirement. Meeting & Communication Hygiene – Running effective meetings, writing clear update emails, and knowing when a Slack message is sufficient versus when a document is needed. Poor communication hygiene is one of the most common sources of delivery failure at the team level. Change Management – Digital environments change fast — new tools, shifting priorities, reorgs, and evolving processes. Managers must be able to bring their teams through change without losing momentum or morale. Salary Range: $100,000 – $130,000 a year TCS Employee Benefits Summary Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. #J-18808-Ljbffr