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# Test Automation Lead

- **Company:** Q Analysts
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Continuous Integration, Node.Js, Scrum Methodology, Selenium, TypeScript, Visual Studio Online, Cypress (Programming Language), Playwright, Data Analytics
- **Published:** September 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2959858589-2

## About the Role

teams, Interview RequirementCandidates should have VS Code, Node.js, and Playwright installed and configured on their laptop and be able to write and execute automation code during interview rounds.Note: Strong preference for candidates with Playwright experience. Candidates with other automation tool expertise must be willing to learn Playwright.

## Description

QA Lead (Automation)Location: UK (Remote)Job Type: PermanentKey ResponsibilitiesLead QA and automation initiatives across Agile teams.Partner with Product Owners, Developers, and Scrum teams to define QA strategy and roadmap.Drive automation framework development, standards, and best practices.Prioritize QA activities, remove blockers, provide status updates, and maintain QA documentation.Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.Mentor QA team members and provide automation leadership.Required SkillsStrong Quality Engineering and Test Automation background.Hands-on experience with Playwright + TypeScript (preferred), Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools.Experience building and maintaining automation frameworks.Hands-on experience with keyword-driven, data-driven, hybrid, and BDD frameworks.Experience integrating automation suites with CI/CD pipelines.Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.Proven, ability to work independently and lead automation


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