We are looking for a highly skilled Test Automation QA Lead with strong hands\-on expertise in Playwright MCP, Selenium, Python, Java, and TypeScript, combined with an AI\-first mindset, to lead and scale our quality engineering function.
Responsible for driving test automation strategy, framework design, quality governance, and AI\-enabled testing transformation across enterprise and digital platforms. The ideal candidate should have deep technical expertise in modern automation tools, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to identify opportunities where AI can accelerate testing, improve coverage, reduce defects, and optimize release confidence.
This is a strategic and execution\-focused role requiring collaboration with engineering, product, DevOps, business, and release management teams to ensure high\-quality, reliable, and scalable software delivery.
**Responsibilities**
Define and lead the overall automation test strategy aligned with business and release goals
Build and scale robust automation frameworks for web, API, and integrated systems
Drive adoption of modern automation practices using Playwright, Selenium, and AI\-assisted testing approaches
Lead QA engineers and automation engineers by setting clear goals, ownership, and quality expectations
Establish automation standards, coding practices, reusability guidelines, and review mechanisms
Partner with Dev, DevOps, Product, and Release teams to integrate quality early in the SDLC
Design, enhance, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using:
Playwright MCP, Python, TypeScript
Selenium WebDriver , Java
Build reusable libraries, utilities, and test components for functional, regression, integration, and end\-to\-end testing
Improve framework reliability, execution speed, maintainability, and reporting
Support parallel execution, test data handling, environment configuration, and CI/CD integration
**Qualifications**
* Strong Programming/coding proficiency in
Python
Java
TypeScript
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
8\+ years of experience in Quality Assurance / Quality Engineering
3\+ years of experience in leading test automation teams or QA delivery
Strong hands\-on experience in test automation framework development
Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams and fast\-paced release environments
Playwright automation using TypeScript/Python
Experience with Playwright MCP\-enabled engineering workflows or context\-aware AI development tools
Exposure to AI/ML concepts in testing and software delivery
Experience in eCommerce, enterprise platforms, SaaS products, or integration\-heavy ecosystems
Knowledge of performance testing and non\-functional validation is a plus
*Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion \& Belonging**
Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.
Lead implementation of Playwright\-based automation architecture for modern web applications
Utilize Model Context Protocol (MCP)\-enabled workflows or AI\-integrated tooling to improve productivity, script generation, debugging, and intelligent test design
Develop robust end\-to\-end scenarios using TypeScript/Playwright
Improve execution stability through better locators, synchronization strategies, and failure diagnostics
Apply AI/GenAI tools and techniques to improve testing outcomes
Leverage tools such as Copilot, GenAI assistants, AI\-based test accelerators, and advanced analytics in everyday QA workflows
Own automation scope planning across sprint, release, break\-fix, and major deployment cycles
Support release readiness, smoke testing, post\-deployment validation, and hypercare stabilization
Define quality entry/exit criteria and drive measurable test effectiveness
Ensure alignment with change management, CAB/eCAB processes, and release governance controls
Enable automated test execution as part of build, deployment, and release workflows
Build strong collaboration across cross\-functional teams including Product Owners, Developers, Architects, and Business SMEs
Define and publish meaningful quality and automation KPIs:
Automation coverage %
Regression execution time reduction
Defect leakage
Script stability/pass rate
Execution efficiency
Release readiness indicators
Build leadership\-ready quality dashboards and insights
Strong leadership presence with the ability to guide technical and functional QA teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong problem\-solving and analytical mindset
Ability to identify risks early and drive proactive escalation
Strong ownership, accountability, and execution discipline
Passion for innovation, continuous learning, and AI\-driven transformation
Ability to influence adoption of modern QA practices across team