QA Automation Lead/ Manager

Overview
We are looking for an experienced Automation QA Lead / Manager having hands-on expertise in Payments or Banking industry. 

This role requires a collaborative mindset, a sharp eye for detail, and an interest in developing high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software systems.
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Key Responsibilities
•    Organize and coordinate the end-to-end testing process across projects.
•    Lead test planning and strategy development, ensuring alignment with business and technical goals.
•    Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of test activities.
•    Define and maintain test methods, standards, and tools.
•    Provide technical leadership and support to the QA team.
•    Ensure the documentation of test activities and preparation of test results.
•    Define and monitor quality goals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products to clients.
•    Manage testing resources and timelines effectively.
•    Collaborate with developers, testers, and business teams to define and implement robust test strategies.
•    Execute functional and regression testing, preferably across integrated systems.
•    Support continuous improvement of QA processes and tools.
•    Contribute to automation strategy and framework development.

10-15 years experience
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Required Skills and Qualifications
•    10 to 15 years of experience managing end-to-end test projects.
•    At least 5 years of hands-on experience with test automation frameworks in Java
•    Proficiency with tools such as Selenium, Maven, TestNG.
•    Solid experience in test automation and manual testing practices.
•    Strong understanding of databases (SQL/Oracle) and RESTful JSON APIs.
•    Experience with tools like Postman, SoapUI, and version control systems (Git, GitHub, Bitbucket).
•    Hands-on experience with test management tools like JIRA, HP ALM, etc.
•    Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
•    Medium knowledge of UNIX commands is required.
•    Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Strong team leadership and collaborative abilities.
•    Ability to work independently 
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Nice to have
•    Experience working in Banking or Payments industry    
•    Contributing to an established Test Automation framework

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.