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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Automation Architect - **Company:** Montek System - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $135,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bug Tracking Systems, Computer Programming, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Github, JSON, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft UI Automation, Mockito, Webui, Selenium, Service-Oriented Architecture, Service Layer, Service Virtualization, Systems Integration, Test Data, Test Management, Testng, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Enterprise Software Applications, Postman, Cypress (Programming Language), Build Management, Playwright, Restful APIs, Cucumber (Software), Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** May 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/6b0e94be-2480-4abc-9639-3572af1c04a3 ## About the Role * UI automation (Selenium, Playwright, Cypress) * API automation (Rest Assured, Karate) * SOA / microservices testing Programming expertise: Java / Python / JavaScript Deep understanding of: * REST APIs, JSON/XML * Test frameworks (TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber) Experience with: * CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices * Service virtualization and mocking tools * Test management and defect tracking tools Proven experience designing enterprise-scale automation frameworks Strong knowledge of: * Microservices architecture * Distributed systems and integrations Ability to create automation roadmaps and solution blueprints Experience working with multiple teams/stakeholders Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to mentor teams and drive organization-wide automation adoption ## Description We are Seeking a highly experienced Test Automation Architect to lead enterprise-scale automation initiatives across UI, API, and service-oriented (SOA/microservices) architectures. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, solution architecture skills, and cross-team leadership to drive automation strategy, design scalable frameworks, and enable quality engineering transformation. * 10-15+ years in QA/Automation with 5+ years in architecture/lead roles * Define and implement end-to-end automation strategy across Web UI, APIs, and service-based architectures. * Design and build scalable, reusable automation frameworks supporting enterprise applications. * Establish automation standards, best practices, and governance models. * Drive shift-left and continuous testing approaches aligned with DevOps and Agile practices. * Analyze application landscape (UI, API, backend services) and propose optimal automation solutions. * Provide solutions for complex ecosystems including microservices, integrations, and distributed systems. * Lead POCs, tool evaluations, and automation roadmap planning. * Define frameworks for test data, environment management, and service virtualization. * Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps, product, and platform teams. * Act as a central automation SME, guiding multiple teams/projects. * Drive alignment across teams for automation adoption and standardization. * Conduct design reviews, architecture discussions, and technical mentoring. * Hands-on Automation & Engineering - Develop and review automation scripts across: * UI: Selenium, Playwright, Cypress * API: Rest Assured, Karate, Postman * Service Layer / SOA / Microservices testing Provide hands-on support in building automation pipelines and frameworks. 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