Senior Automation Test Lead Java, Selenium

Experience: 10 to Not Available years

Location: Bangalore, India

Skills: Oracle Retail Xstore POS testing, POS Functional & Integration Testing, Regression & Backward Compatibility testing, Automation using XUnit and Playwright, Defect Management & RCA, API & Backend Validation, Retail POS systems, Multi-country POS rollout experience

Job Summary
Lead end-to-end Quality Assurance for Oracle Xstore POS implementation and rollout, ensuring store-ready releases with minimal production risk across multi-country deployments and integrations. The role will own test strategy, execution governance, workplace readiness, and defect management across System, Integration, and UAT phases.

Key Responsibilities
A. QA Strategy & Governance
Define and own QA strategy, test planning, and execution governance for Xstore programs. Establish entry/exit criteria, environment readiness, and release quality gates. Drive quality governance across cross-functional teams (Business, Dev, Integration, Deployment).

B. End-to-End Testing Ownership
Lead end-to-end validation across POS workflows, including:
• Sales, returns, tenders, promotions
• Store operations and backend integrations
Own testing across multiple phases:
• System Testing
• System Integration Testing (SIT)
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Ensure certification of Xstore builds for QA and production readiness.

C. Integration & Data Validation
Drive integration testing across upstream/downstream systems including ERP, SAP, SAP CAR, HRMS, etc. Validate inbound/outbound data flows across Xstore, XOCS, and integration layers. Coordinate with dependent systems to ensure end-to-end data validation.

D. Regression & Compatibility Testing
Own regression and backward compatibility testing across releases and regions. Plan automation for repeatable regression scenarios. Ensure minimal regression leakage during rollout phases.

E. Non-Functional & Device Testing
Oversee NFR validation (performance, stability, reliability).



Lead POS hardware & peripheral testing (scanners, printers, payment devices).

F. Defect Management & RCA
Drive defect lifecycle management and prioritization. Perform root cause analysis and quality improvement actions. Ensure timely closure aligned with release timelines.

G. UAT, Pilot & Rollout Support
Support and govern:
• UAT cycles and business validation
• Pilot store testing and rollout readiness
Enable store-ready deployment with minimal disruption.

H. Release & Environment Readiness
Validate:
• Builds, configurations, and upgrades
• Security and platform changes
Ensure production readiness and stable store operations.

Skill Requirements
Core Skills
Strong expertise in:
• Oracle Retail Xstore POS testing
• POS Functional & Integration Testing
• Regression & Backward Compatibility testing
• Automation using XUnit and Playwright

Testing Capabilities
• Test Strategy & Planning
• Defect Management & RCA
• API & Backend Validation
• Agile/Sprint-based QA delivery

Domain Experience
• Retail POS systems (mandatory)
• Multi-country POS rollout experience (preferred)
Experience validating:
• Store operations workflows
• Payments, promotions, and omnichannel flows

Other Requirements
Experience Requirements
• 10+ years in QA with strong POS domain exposure
• Proven experience leading end-to-end QA for Oracle Xstore implementations / upgrades
• Experience in large-scale enterprise retail transformations

Key Success Metrics
• Zero critical defects in production during rollout
• Successful completion of SIT/UAT with high quality acceptance rates
• Stable store operations during pilot and hypercare
• Minimal regression defects across releases

Stakeholder Interaction
• Business / Store Operations teams
• Development & Integration teams
• Deployment & Rollout teams
• Program / PMO leadership

Nice to Have
• Oracle Xstore certification
• Automation frameworks for POS testing
• Experience with global rollout models (pilot → scale)

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