Test Automation Lead

Title: Test Automation Lead

Location: Chicago, IL Onsite

Duration: 4 Months of Contract

Must have skills:

Application Testing

Playwright

Testing Strategies

What are some “nice-to-have” skills:

Selenium

Automation Testing

Performance Testing

Responsibilities:

Leads quality assurance for web and API-based applications with a strong foundation in automation testing and hands on expertise in Playwright automation. Should be able to manage test planning, execution, defect management, and end-to-end QA governance across onshore/offshore teams.

Ensures high-quality releases through functional testing, regression validation, automation enablement, and CI/CD integration. Conduct thorough testing and validation of software to ensure high quality and performance. Mentor junior team members and share best practices in software development. Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and optimization in software delivery.

Primary Skillset:

Automation QA leadership, Playwright automation (TypeScript/JavaScript), functional & regression testing, test planning, API testing, CI/CD integration.

Should’ve worked with client leadership on aligning to the strategies and define new approach.