Lead Engineer, Automation

Aptean is seeking a highly skilled SIT Lead QA Engineer with expertise in automation. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing end-to-end System Integration Testing (SIT) across multiple interconnected enterprise products. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of modern testing methodologies, be proficient in writing accurate test cases, and leverage AI-powered testing tools to enhance efficiency. This role requires a strategic thinker who can ensure high-quality software delivery while optimizing test automation strategies. A proven track record in leading SIT initiatives and leveraging AI-driven solutions to modernize and optimize end-to-end QA cycles is essential.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work with cross-product teams to understand integration touchpoints, data flows, and dependencies.
• Identify SIT test scenarios, integration use cases, and system-level validations.
• Lead the design of SIT test plans, test cases, and test data requirements.
• Coordinate end-to-end SIT execution cycles, issue triage, and resolution tracking.
• Implement traceability from business requirements to SIT test cases and results.
• Use automation tools where feasible to support regression SIT suites.
• Collaborate with DevOps to manage SIT environment configurations and deployments.
• Drive defect root cause analysis and continuous improvement in integration processes.
• Track and report SIT KPIs and readiness metrics to stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide SIT QA team members, ensuring best practices and skill growth.
• Mentor and guide junior QA engineers, fostering a quality-first mindset within the team.
• Collaborate with various development teams, business stakeholders, and architects to establish goals and priorities for your teams.
• Support the wider business goals and processes, and drive team improvement throughout the QA lifecycle.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of system integration principles, APIs, middleware, and data exchanges.
• Experience testing enterprise applications (ERP, CRM, Supply Chain, etc.).
• Proficiency in tools like Postman, JIRA, Zephyr, Jenkins, and API testing tools.
• Good understanding of SQL and data validation practices.
• Exposure to microservices, REST/SOAP APIs, and enterprise middleware platforms.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and experience integrating test automation into DevOps workflows.
• Proficiency in writing test scripts using JavaScript, Python, Selenium, or other scripting languages.
• Experience in API testing using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or Karate.
• Strong knowledge of cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience in AI/ML-driven testing methodologies and predictive analytics in QA.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree (Required). Master's degree (Preferred).
• Work Experience: 7 to 10 years of experience in QA, with at least 3 years leading SIT efforts.