Position Overview

We're seeking an experienced QA Automation engineering to establish and lead our quality assurance function. This is a critical role responsible for building comprehensive test automation frameworks, defining quality processes, and ensuring the reliability and security of our AI-native financial platform.

You'll be the first dedicated QA responsible for creating our testing strategy from the ground up, building a high-performing QA team, and establishing quality standards across frontend, backend, API, and AI/ML components. This role requires both deep technical expertise in test automation and leadership skills to build and scale a world-class QA organization.

Why This Role is Exciting
- Build from Scratch - Define QA strategy, frameworks, and processes from day one
- AI/ML Testing - Test cutting-edge LLM applications and agentic workflows
- Full Stack Ownership - Cover frontend (React), backend (Python/FastAPI), APIs, and databases
- Leadership Impact - Build and lead a QA team; shape quality culture
- Ensure quality for mission-critical financial operations





Key Responsibilities

Test Automation Strategy & Framework (35%)
- Design and implement comprehensive test automation framework
- Build API test automation (REST, GraphQL)
- Implement frontend E2E testing (Playwright, Cypress)
- Create backend/integration test suites
- Establish CI/CD integration for automated testing
- Define test data management strategy
- Implement performance and load testing frameworks

Quality Leadership & Team Building (25%)
- Build and lead QA team (2-5 engineers initially, scaling to 8-10)
- Define QA processes, standards, and best practices
- Establish quality metrics and KPIs
- Conduct 1-on-1s and performance reviews
- Mentor QA engineers on automation and testing practices
- Drive quality culture across engineering

AI/ML & LLM Testing (20%)
- Develop testing strategies for LLM-powered features
- Test agentic workflows and AI decision-making
- Validate model o

📌 QA Automation Engineer (Hyderabad)
🏢 Phizenix
📍 Hyderabad