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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # technical Lead Test Automation Engineer - **Company:** Capgemini - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Software Bug Management, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Validation, HP Loadrunner, JSON, Apache JMeter, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, E2e Testing, Standard Sql, Selenium, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Strategies of Testing, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Performance Testing, Postman, Appium, Backend, Playwright, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Api Management - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e06a9743-fc5f-486a-9cef-dd30116675b7 ## About the Role The ideal candidate combines deep automation expertise with test leadership experience and has a proven track record of building scalable automation solutions from the ground up., * 8+ years of Quality Assurance and Test Automation experience. * Strong hands-on programming experience in Java. * 4+ years of Selenium automation experience. * 2+ years of Appium mobile automation experience. * Experience designing and building automation frameworks from scratch. * Strong API testing and automation experience. * Experience with REST APIs, JSON/XML validation, and backend testing. * Strong SQL and database validation skills. * Experience leading QA or Automation Engineering teams. * Experience with estimation, planning, reporting, and project coordination. * Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies. * Experience with JIRA or similar testing and defect management tools. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills., * Playwright experience. * Mabl experience. * Insurance or Financial Services experience. * Performance testing experience with JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar tools. * Accessibility testing knowledge. * Experience working on large-scale digital transformation initiatives., * Strong hands-on coding capability. * Proven Test Lead experience. * Expertise in Selenium and Java automation. * Mobile automation expertise with Appium. * Experience driving test strategy, estimation, and execution. * Ability to mentor teams and resolve complex automation challenges. * Strong client-facing and communication skills. Work Authorization Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. This position is not available for sponsorship of any type, including H-1B, F-1 OPT, STEM OPT, TN, E-3, L-1, or any other employment-based visa sponsorship. ## Description We are seeking a highly technical Lead Test Automation Engineer to drive end-to-end quality engineering initiatives across web, mobile, API, and backend platforms. This role requires a hands-on technical leader who can develop automation frameworks, mentor team members, provide project leadership, and partner with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions., * Lead automation testing efforts across web, mobile, API, and backend systems. * Design, develop, and enhance automated testing frameworks using Java and Selenium. * Develop and maintain automated test suites for UI, API, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing. * Build and execute mobile automation solutions using Appium. * Create and execute API automation using tools such as REST Assured and Postman. * Perform backend testing and SQL-based data validation. * Establish testing strategies, test plans, project estimates, and quality metrics. * Analyze automation failures and drive root-cause resolution. * Provide technical guidance and mentoring to QA team members. * Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, standups, and retrospectives. * Collaborate with developers, business analysts, product owners, and stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle. * Develop reporting, quality dashboards, and status updates for leadership. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable)