About the role

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced Lead SDET with deep domain expertise in Retail Banking and strong hands-on technical capabilities across mobile, web, and API testing. This is an individual contributor role that requires strong technical leadership, end-to-end ownership of QE activities, driving quality initiatives, defining test strategies, and leading cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality releases.

Core Mandatory Skills & Competencies

Deep hands-on experience in BFSI/Banking domains, with exposure to UPI, Cards, Payments, Wallets, Deposits, FC, Onboarding/Registration, Open Markets, Loans, Investments, and more.
Must be currently performing the role of QE Lead / Senior QA with end-to-end testing responsibilities.
Individual Contributor role with mandatory hands-on involvement in testing activities; no people-management responsibilities.
Proven ability to lead and manage daily QE activities, test planning, and deliverables.
Expertise in Mobile App Testing, Web Application Testing, and API Testing.
Strong command of Functional Manual Testing.
Excellent knowledge of automation testing and hands-on programming experience using Java, Python, Selenium, Katalon, EggPlant, or any industry-standard automation tools/frameworks.
Experience integrating automation scripts with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and related tooling.
Strong exposure to SDET frameworks, TDD practices, and test architecture.
Good knowledge of AI concepts, conversational banking, and adoption of AI practices within QE.
Deep understanding of test environments, infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience working within SAFe Agile environments.
Ability to develop comprehensive Test Strategy, Test Plans, Test Reviews, Estimations, and process documentation focused on efficiency and metrics.
Demonstrated success in driving Quality Initiatives and measurable efficiency improvements.
Expertise in actionable metrics creation, JIRA dashboards, and management reporting.
Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve QE issues independently or by coordinating with stakeholders.
Ability to analyze GCP transaction logs, interface logs, and derive actionable insights.
Ability to mentor junior engineers and guide them in day-to-day QA activities.
Capable of working effectively with QE managers and senior management on test strategy, automation, and project quality.
Lead and drive Defect Triage Meetings with multiple stakeholders.

Tools Exposure (Required)

Test Automation: Mobile Automation Tools, Python/Selenium, EggPlant, Katalon, or equivalent.
JIRA, Scrum Boards, Confluence, and project management tools.
Test Management Tools: Zephyr, Rational Quality Manager, etc.
API Testing using Postman collections.
Experience working with GCP logs (transaction & interface).
Familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot.

Soft Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong collaboration abilities across cross-functional teams.
Positive, proactive, and high-ownership attitude.

Important Notes

This position does not involve people management responsibilities.
Must be able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including extended hours or weekends when required.
Position is based in Bangalore – Divyashree Chambers. (Mandatory)
4 Days Work From Office is mandatory.

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