Automation Architect

Kochi, Kerala, India on site Until 10/5/2026 15+ years exp First posted August 6, 2026 Last posted August 6, 2026
Job description

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟯𝟱𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟱𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟯𝟱-𝟱𝟬 𝗟𝗣𝗔)

Experience: 15+ yrs

Location: Cochin, Kerala, India, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, kochi

Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation Architect to lead the design, implementation, and evolution of enterprise-scale test automation frameworks across complex applications and platforms. This role is ideal for professionals with extensive expertise in automation architecture, quality engineering, and performance testing who are passionate about building scalable, reliable, and high-performing automation solutions.

As a Senior Automation Architect, you will define automation strategies, establish engineering best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software at scale. You will play a critical role in modernizing test automation capabilities, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, improving test coverage, and driving continuous quality throughout the software development lifecycle.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and implement enterprise-wide automation testing strategies and frameworks for web, API, and performance testing.
  • Design scalable and maintainable automation solutions using Java, Selenium WebDriver, Rest Assured, and related technologies.
  • Lead the development and optimization of automated functional, regression, integration, and performance test suites.
  • Integrate automation frameworks with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and modern DevOps practices.
  • Collaborate with development, DevOps, product, and QA teams to embed quality throughout the software delivery lifecycle.
  • Drive performance testing initiatives using tools such as JMeter and Gatling to validate application scalability and reliability.
  • Establish automation standards, coding guidelines, reusable components, and quality engineering best practices.
  • Mentor automation engineers, conduct technical reviews, and provide architectural guidance across multiple projects.
  • Support cloud-based testing initiatives and automation deployments on AWS environments.
  • Continuously evaluate emerging automation tools, frameworks, and methodologies to improve testing efficiency and software quality.

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • 15+ years of experience in Software Testing, Test Automation, or Quality Engineering with significant experience in automation architecture.
  • Strong hands-on expertise in JavaSelenium WebDriverRest Assured, and enterprise automation framework development.
  • Proven experience integrating automation with JenkinsGitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience with JMeter and Gatling for performance and load testing.
  • Solid understanding of Data Warehousing concepts and enterprise application testing.
  • Hands-on experience working with AWS cloud environments and cloud-based testing strategies.
  • Strong knowledge of automation design patterns, test architecture, and software quality best practices.
  • Excellent leadership, mentoring, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement and engineering excellence.
  • Passion for building scalable automation ecosystems that accelerate software delivery while ensuring exceptional product quality.
About this role

Summary

Lead design and implementation of enterprise automation frameworks and strategies.

Job title

Automation Architect

Experience level

15+ years

Minimum experience

15+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

On-site in Kochi, Kerala, India, with remote possible

Salary

$3500k–$5000k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

JavaSelenium WebDriverRest AssuredJenkinsGitHub ActionsJMeterGatlingAWS

Preferred skills

Data Warehousingautomation design patternscloud-based testingDevOps

Specializations

automation testingCI/CDperformance testingcloud testingframework development
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Kochi, Kerala, India

On-site City