QA Automation Architect, US Bureau Content Solutions

Job Description Lead a team of test automation engineers. Be a technical specialist on test automation tools and frameworks. Drive the shift-left adoption in QA. Manage, mentor and give technical guidance to fellow USBC team members, focusing on knowledge sharing and technical training opportunities to foster continuous improvement and growth of the overall team. Assist to meet fast cadence delivery deadlines for release of new product features and defect fixes. Participate in and, over time, lead initiatives to develop internal tooling and standards. Use these to deliver efficiencies in how we support our customers. Keep current on, and contribute to, Product Test Strategy. We are firm believers in Guidewires core principles of integrity, rationality, and collegiality. Practicing and advocating for these principles is an important part of how we work. Work in India with the potential for occasional travel internationally, specifically to customers and also internal team events. Key Skills Experience in developing large-scale test automation frameworks for complex enterprise software solutions A self-motivated individual contributor and a great teammate with good communication and teamwork skills Good skills in Java, JavaScript and other scripting languages Expertise in REST API testing and automation of API testing UI testing and automation Strong experience with testing tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Test Cafe & Karate Strong understanding of CI/CD tools and technologies such as TeamCity & Docker Ability to solve complex problems with practical, maintainable, and scalable solutions Accept feedback with eagerness to learn more Preferred Skills Experience working with the test automation of Guidewire s Insurance Suite products, ideally with Guidewire Testing Framework (GTF) is highly desirable. Additional language skills are highly valued for working in global teams. Qualifications Bachelor s Degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field. 8-10 years of experience in insurance or technology-related roles. Expertise in leading implementation projects and providing innovative, customer-centric solutions. Demonstrable experience with testing tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Test Cafe & Karate. Experience managing a pod of up to 8 test engineers of varying experience levels. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira and Confluence. Strong communication skills and the ability to work across technical and business teams. Benefits Financial: Market-competitive pay, incentive programs, and generous retirement savings support. Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance, wellness reimbursements, and access to wellness resources for you and your family. Flexible Working: A supportive environment with the freedom to balance work and personal life. Time Off: Generous paid time off, including three volunteer days annually and special My Day personal rest days. Parental Leave: Market-leading paid leave for new parents. Professional Development: Dedicated time for self-directed learning, professional growth, and career advancement opportunities within Guidewires global network.