QA Lead

About Position: We are seeking an experienced QA Lead with 11–15 years of expertise to drive quality engineering initiatives across complex applications. The role focuses on building scalable, automation-first testing strategies using Playwright, Python, and Pytest, while embedding modern practices such as AI-assisted development and observability-driven QA. The ideal candidate will lead testing efforts, ensure high system reliability, and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. - Role: QA Lead - Location: Pune - Experience: 11 to 15 years - Job Type: Full Time Employment What You'll Do: - Playwright: POM, parallelism, retries, API+UI hybrid tests, PDF assertions, network mocking, accessibility (axe). - API testing (Postman/Newman/REST Assured). - Test data strategies, mocking/stubbing DMV endpoints. - Agentic SDLC embedded skills: AI-assisted coding, prompt hygiene, review discipline - Baseline performance testing (k6/JMeter) Expertise You'll Bring: - Playwright: POM, parallelism, retries, API+UI hybrid tests, PDF assertions, network mocking, accessibility (axe). - API testing (Postman/Newman/REST Assured). - Test data strategies, mocking/stubbing DMV endpoints. - Agentic SDLC embedded skills: AI-assisted coding, prompt hygiene, review discipline - Baseline performance testing (k6/JMeter). Benefits: - Competitive salary and benefits package - Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications - Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies - Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards - Annual health check-ups - Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment: Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds. - We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles. - Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities. - If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers “Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”