Job Description

About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Test Automation Architect to lead the design, implementation, and evolution of our automation testing frameworks. The ideal candidate will have robust hands-on experience with predominantly Playwright Automation experience along with preferred experience in WebDriver IO and Rest Assured and test automation design patterns, along with the ability to explore and integrate AI/ML into testing workflows. This role involves mentoring team members, driving test automation best practices, and continuously improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our test automation strategy. Required Qualifications
• Minimum 16+ years of experience in Software Testing with 10+ years in Test Automation
• Strong hands-on experience with JavaScript/TypeScript, Playwright, WebDriverIO,



and RestAssured
• Expertise in building and scaling test automation frameworks from scratch
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integrating automation tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Familiarity with BDD/TDD methodologies and tools (e.g., Cucumber, Mocha)
• Experience with API testing, including request/response validation and contract testing
• Exposure to AI/ML in test automation using Claude or interest in exploring modern intelligent testing tools
• Strong knowledge of testing best practices, coding standards, and software quality principles.

📌 Test Automation Architect (Hyderabad)
🏢 HTC Global Services
📍 Hyderabad