Lead Automation QA Engineer (JavaScript)

N-iX is looking for a skilled AQA Lead to join the team. About the project: Our customer is a full quote-to-cash ERP/PSA used by field service companies (system integrators) that install and maintain physical equipment - AV systems, security cameras, fire alarms, HVAC. The platform covers several modules. It is sold as an all-or-nothing product today - no modular subscriptions. Responsibilities: - Set up the AQA process from scratch - Define and enforce QA standards, methodologies, and best practices across the Program - Implement and maintain test automation framework - Integrate with CI/CD tools and pipelines - Triage, troubleshoot, and document defects - Take ownership of Product quality, report status, and quality metrics to the client; - Lead the planning and execution of testing activities for multiple projects/teams simultaneously - Cooperate with Program Manager, Enterprise Architect, Product Manager, and other teammates to maximize the value of implementation - Present key achievements, cooperate with client’s stakeholders (managers, SMEs) on the implementation process - Review and analyze requirements, specifications, and technical design documents, providing timely feedback - Supervise key milestones and artifacts delivery in line with the business and technology objectives Requirements: - Excellent knowledge of test automation with solid knowledge and experience in JS/TS - 4+ years of commercial experience in test automation using Playwright(preferred)/Cypress/Selenium - Experience designing test frameworks for highly configurable or multi-tenant products - Experience and understanding of the Test Management process - Experience with API testing (REST, GraphQL) - Hands-on experience with SQL (querying, data validation, stored procedures, test data management) - Practical experience leveraging AI in QA/AQA processes (requirements analysis, test case generation, test data creation, AI-assisted code review, AI-powered test maintenance) - Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, agile methodologies, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (Azure DevOps) practices - Experience in setting processes from scratch (inc. Framework and CI process) - Experience working with scalable multi-stream projects and providing consolidated reporting to C-level management - Experience in team leading and coaching (team of 10+ QA/AQA) - Experience in planning and estimation - Fluent English (B2 as a minimum); - Excellent communication skills, including presentation and knowledge sharing experience Nice to have: - Experience with performance testing - Experience with mobile testing - Experience with Azure DevOps - Experience with Data projects We offer*: - Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexible - A competitive salary and good compensation package - Personalized career growth - Professional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more) - Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharing - Education reimbursement - Memorable anniversary presents - Corporate events and team buildings - Other location-specific benefits *not applicable for freelancers