Senior Test Lead

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Senior SDET / Test Automation Engineer (7+ Years) Experience: 7+ years About the Role: We are looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design, build, and scale our UI test automation framework. You will work hands-on with a modern Java + Playwright + Cucumber BDD stack, driving quality across web applications through robust, parallel-executing, evidence-rich automated tests. This is a senior, hands-on role — you'll own framework architecture, mentor others, and set automation standards, not just write test scripts. JD – 7+ years in software test automation / SDET roles, with a strong programming foundationMust have – Expert-level Java (Java 17)Must have – Strong hands-on experience with a modern browser automation tool — Playwright Must have – Strong hands-on experience with BDD/Cucumber and Gherkin, including step definitions and hooksStrong hands-on experience in developing test automation framework Solid command of the Page Object Model and other automation design patternsHands-on Experience with JUnit 5 / TestNG , including parallel execution and thread-safety concernsProficiency with Maven/Gradle, Git, and CI/CD tools ( Jenkins )Strong grounding in core testing concepts — test design techniques, test strategy, test pyramid, defect lifecycle, and risk-based testingSolid UI/web testing experience, including cross-browser testing and handling dynamic, asynchronous web applicationsStrong experience in establishing automation standards, code reviews, and best practices, mentor junior SDETs.Strong debugging skills for flaky tests, dynamic web apps, and complex locator strategiesExperience building reporting/evidence solutions ( ExtentReports , Allure, or similar) Key Responsibilities Senior SDET / Test Automation Engineer (7+ Years) Experience: 7+ years About the Role: We are looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design, build, and scale our UI test automation framework. You will work hands-on with a modern Java + Playwright + Cucumber BDD stack, driving quality across web applications through robust, parallel-executing, evidence-rich automated tests. This is a senior, hands-on role — you'll own framework architecture, mentor others, and set automation standards, not just write test scripts. JD – 7+ years in software test automation / SDET roles, with a strong programming foundationMust have – Expert-level Java (Java 17)Must have – Strong hands-on experience with a modern browser automation tool — Playwright Must have – Strong hands-on experience with BDD/Cucumber and Gherkin, including step definitions and hooksStrong hands-on experience in developing test automation framework Solid command of the Page Object Model and other automation design patternsHands-on Experience with JUnit 5 / TestNG , including parallel execution and thread-safety concernsProficiency with Maven/Gradle, Git, and CI/CD tools ( Jenkins )Strong grounding in core testing concepts — test design techniques, test strategy, test pyramid, defect lifecycle, and risk-based testingSolid UI/web testing experience, including cross-browser testing and handling dynamic, asynchronous web applicationsStrong experience in establishing automation standards, code reviews, and best practices, mentor junior SDETs.Strong debugging skills for flaky tests, dynamic web apps, and complex locator strategiesExperience building reporting/evidence solutions ( ExtentReports , Allure, or similar) Skill Requirements Senior SDET / Test Automation Engineer (7+ Years) Experience: 7+ years About the Role: We are looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design, build, and scale our UI test automation framework. You will work hands-on with a modern Java + Playwright + Cucumber BDD stack, driving quality across web applications through robust, parallel-executing, evidence-rich automated tests. This is a senior, hands-on role — you'll own framework architecture, mentor others, and set automation standards, not just write test scripts. JD – 7+ years in software test automation / SDET roles, with a strong programming foundationMust have – Expert-level Java (Java 17)Must have – Strong hands-on experience with a modern browser automation tool — Playwright Must have – Strong hands-on experience with BDD/Cucumber and Gherkin, including step definitions and hooksStrong hands-on experience in developing test automation framework Solid command of the Page Object Model and other automation design patternsHands-on Experience with JUnit 5 / TestNG , including parallel execution and thread-safety concernsProficiency with Maven/Gradle, Git, and CI/CD tools ( Jenkins )Strong grounding in core testing concepts — test design techniques, test strategy, test pyramid, defect lifecycle, and risk-based testingSolid UI/web testing experience, including cross-browser testing and handling dynamic, asynchronous web applicationsStrong experience in establishing automation standards, code reviews, and best practices, mentor junior SDETs.Strong debugging skills for flaky tests, dynamic web apps, and complex locator strategiesExperience building reporting/evidence solutions ( ExtentReports , Allure, or similar) Other Requirements Senior SDET / Test Automation Engineer (7+ Years) Experience: 7+ years About the Role: We are looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design, build, and scale our UI test automation framework. You will work hands-on with a modern Java + Playwright + Cucumber BDD stack, driving quality across web applications through robust, parallel-executing, evidence-rich automated tests. This is a senior, hands-on role — you'll own framework architecture, mentor others, and set automation standards, not just write test scripts. JD – 7+ years in software test automation / SDET roles, with a strong programming foundationMust have – Expert-level Java (Java 17)Must have – Strong hands-on experience with a modern browser automation tool — Playwright Must have – Strong hands-on experience with BDD/Cucumber and Gherkin, including step definitions and hooksStrong hands-on experience in developing test automation framework Solid command of the Page Object Model and other automation design patternsHands-on Experience with JUnit 5 / TestNG , including parallel execution and thread-safety concernsProficiency with Maven/Gradle, Git, and CI/CD tools ( Jenkins )Strong grounding in core testing concepts — test design techniques, test strategy, test pyramid, defect lifecycle, and risk-based testingSolid UI/web testing experience, including cross-browser testing and handling dynamic, asynchronous web applicationsStrong experience in establishing automation standards, code reviews, and best practices, mentor junior SDETs.Strong debugging skills for flaky tests, dynamic web apps, and complex locator strategiesExperience building reporting/evidence solutions ( ExtentReports , Allure, or similar) Apply now Information at a Glance Why HCLTech? At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first. HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 230,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending September 2026 totaled $14.8 billion. Disclaimer Privacy Statement Terms of use Sitemap Raise a Grievance We use cookies on our site. Please read more about cookies policy here. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. 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