Lead Automation QA Engineer

N-iX is looking for a skilled AQA Lead to join the team. About the project: Our customer is a full quote-to-cash ERP/PSA used by field service companies (system integrators) that install and maintain physical equipment - AV systems, security cameras, fire alarms, HVAC. The platform covers several modules. It is sold as an all-or-nothing product today - no modular subscriptions. Responsibilities: • Set up the AQA process from scratch • Define and enforce QA standards, methodologies, and best practices across the Program • Implement and maintain test automation framework • Integrate with CI/CD tools and pipelines • Triage, troubleshoot, and document defects • Take ownership of Product quality, report status, and quality metrics to the client; • Lead the planning and execution of testing activities for multiple projects/teams simultaneously • Cooperate with Program Manager, Enterprise Architect, Product Manager, and other teammates to maximize the value of implementation • Present key achievements, cooperate with client’s stakeholders (managers, SMEs) on the implementation process • Review and analyze requirements, specifications, and technical design documents, providing timely feedback • Supervise key milestones and artifacts delivery in line with the business and technology objectives Requirements: • Excellent knowledge of test automation with solid knowledge and experience in JS/TS • 4+ years of commercial experience in test automation using Playwright(preferred)/Cypress/Selenium • Experience designing test frameworks for highly configurable or multi-tenant products • Experience and understanding of the Test Management process • Experience with API testing (REST, GraphQL) • Hands-on experience with SQL (querying, data validation, stored procedures, test data management) • Practical experience leveraging AI in QA/AQA processes (requirements analysis, test case generation, test data creation, AI-assisted code review, AI-powered test maintenance) • Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, agile methodologies, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (Azure DevOps) practices • Experience in setting processes from scratch (inc. Framework and CI process) • Experience working with scalable multi-stream projects and providing consolidated reporting to C-level management • Experience in team leading and coaching (team of 10+ QA/AQA) • Experience in planning and estimation • Fluent English (B2 as a minimum); • Excellent communication skills, including presentation and knowledge sharing experience Nice to have: • Experience with performance testing • Experience with mobile testing • Experience with Azure DevOps • Experience with Data projects We offer*: • Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible • A competitive salary and good compensation package • Personalized career growth • Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more) • Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing • Education reimbursement • Memorable anniversary presents • Corporate events and team buildings • Other location-specific benefits *not applicable for freelancers