QA Lead

Autodesk is looking for an IC who can independently handle Jenkins pipelines, Python

automation for desktop applications, and manual testing. The candidate should also be

able to communicate effectively with stakeholders and provide reasonable effort

estimates for test execution plans and other release activities.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for desktop applications using

Python.

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites to ensure high product

quality, reliability, and comprehensive test coverage.

• Define and implement test strategies, test plans, and quality assurance processes

throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

• Manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, ensuring seamless integration

of automated tests into the release process.

• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and cross-functional stakeholders

to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.

• Analyze test execution results, investigate failures, perform root cause analysis,

and work with engineering teams to drive timely issue resolution.

• Lead QA activities across multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery while

maintaining high quality standards.

• Mentor and coach QA engineers, promoting best practices in test automation,

quality engineering, and software testing methodologies.

• Drive continuous improvements in automation frameworks, testing processes, and

overall QA efficiency.

• Track quality metrics, prepare test reports, and effectively communicate project

status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Required Skills

• 7-10 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance, with strong expertise in test

automation.

• Strong hands-on experience in Python for developing and maintaining automation

frameworks.

• Proven experience in automating desktop applications across Windows, macOS,

and Linux platforms.

• Strong understanding of test automation frameworks, software testing

methodologies, and industry best practices.

• Hands-on experience with Jenkins and CI/CD pipeline and Git management.

• Experience in creating and executing test strategies, test plans, and test execution reports.

• Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, Agile methodologies, and software quality

assurance processes.

• Good knowledge of operating system fundamentals, including Windows, macOS,

and Linux/UNIX.

• Excellent analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate

effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience leading QA initiatives and mentoring junior QA engineers.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Exposure to API automation and REST API testing.

• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps.

• Familiarity with cloud-based CI/CD environments.

• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts and authentication protocols, including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and Single Sign-On (SSO).

• Exposure to performance, security, or accessibility testing.

• Experience working with virtualization or remote desktop environments.

• ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.

Apply here : https://forms.gle/McEZbRZVk5MBkUvFA