QA - Test Lead at Eurofins

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automation Testing, Leadership, Selenium, API Automation, Java, Python, JavaScript, CI/CD, Agile, eCommerce, Problem Solving, Communication, Test Frameworks, Cloud Platforms, Performance Testing, Security Testing

Industry

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Description

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and the environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies. In over just 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 62,000 staff across a network of over 1,000 independent companies in 61 countries, operating 900 laboratories. Performing over 450 million tests every year, Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing. Eurofins is one of the fastest growing listed European companies with a listing on the French stock exchange since 1997. Eurofins IT Solutions India Pvt Ltd (EITSI) is a fully owned subsidiary of Eurofins and functions as a Global Software Delivery Center exclusively catering to Eurofins Global IT business needs. The code shipped out of EITSI impacts the global network of Eurofins labs and services. The primary focus at EITSI is to develop the next generation LIMS (Lab Information Management system), Customer portals, e-commerce solutions, ERP/CRM system, Mobile Apps & other B2B platforms for various Eurofins Laboratories and businesses. Young and dynamic, we have a rich culture and we offer fulfilling careers. Job Description Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Automation Test Lead to lead the quality assurance automation strategy for our eCommerce platform. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining automation frameworks, leading a team of automation engineers, and ensuring high-quality, scalable, and reliable releases across web, mobile, and backend systems. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of eCommerce workflows. Key Responsibilities: Automation Strategy & Leadership Define and own the test automation strategy for web, mobile, and API layers of the eCommerce platform Lead, mentor, and manage a team of automation test engineers Drive best practices for test automation, CI/CD integration, and test data management Collaborate with QA Managers, Product Owners, Architects, and Developers to align quality goals Test Automation Development: Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using industry-standard tools Implement automated test coverage for: Product catalog, search, and recommendations Shopping cart, checkout, and payment gateways Order management, fulfillment, and returns Promotions, pricing, and tax calculations User authentication and profile management Ensure automation supports cross-browser, cross-device, and multi-region testing CI/CD & DevOps Integration Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) Enable automated execution for smoke, regression, and sanity test suites Analyze pipeline failures and optimize execution time and reliability Quality Assurance & Testing Oversight Review test plans, test cases, and automation scripts for quality and coverage Ensure proper balance between manual and automated testing Define and track automation metrics such as coverage, stability, and defect leakage Perform root cause analysis of production issues related to test gaps Collaboration & Agile Practices Actively participate in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) Work closely with development teams to enable shift-left testing Advocate for quality throughout the SDLC Reporting & Communication Provide regular status updates on automation progress, risks, and release readiness Present automation metrics and quality insights to stakeholders and leadership Identify and propose improvements to tools, processes, and workflows Required Skills & Qualifications Technical Skills Strong experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or WebDriverIO Experience in API automation using tools like RestAssured, Postman, or Karate Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript Experience with test frameworks (TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber, Mocha, Jest) Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and version control systems (Git) Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker) Experience with performance or security testing tools is a plus eCommerce Domain Knowledge Strong understanding of eCommerce business flows and integrations Experience testing payment gateways, third-party integrations, and microservices Knowledge of SEO, analytics, and tracking validation is a plus Leadership & Soft Skills Proven ability to lead and mentor automation teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Ability to balance hands-on automation with leadership responsibilities Strong ownership mindset and attention to detail Mandatory: 8+ years of experience in software testing and quality assurance 3+ years of experience leading automation initiatives or QA teams Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Nice to Have Experience with BDD/TDD practices Knowledge of mobile automation (Appium) Exposure to AI-driven testing tools Experience working in large-scale, high-traffic eCommerce platforms Additional Information Personal Skills: Customer-service oriented with a problem-solving attitude; Strong attention to detail and accuracy is essential; Entrepreneurial thinking and flexibility to change; Very good English communication skills (concise writing and orally convincing); Structured and clear writing skills; Proven ability to solve complex business problems using analytical reasoning; Demonstrated positive attitude, self-motivated, team player. Required Qualifications: MCA or Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent. PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL CRITERIA: Eurofins has a strong focus on Performance Management system. This includes quarterly calibrations, half-yearly reviews and annual reviews. The KPIs shall be set and may vary slightly between projects. These will be clearly communicated, documented during the first 30 days of your joining.

Responsibilities

Lead the quality assurance automation strategy for the eCommerce platform, defining automation frameworks and managing a team of automation engineers. Ensure high-quality, scalable, and reliable releases across web, mobile, and backend systems.