Automation QA Lead ( Betting )

PROJECT OVERVIEW A leading B2B technology provider in the sports betting and lottery industry, delivering sportsbook technology, real-time data, pricing, and risk-management solutions to betting operators and lotteries worldwide. The company enables its partners to build and operate scalable betting products through advanced technology and sophisticated trading and risk-management capabilities. The project is looking for Automation QA Lead to define, implement, and manage quality assurance processes across software development and delivery. The role has a strong focus on an AI-first approach, test automation, and Agile/DevOps practices, ensuring products meet quality, compliance, and delivery standards while continuously improving testing processes, automation coverage, and quality metrics. IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL • Establish and maintain QA standards, frameworks, and processes aligned with Agile and DevOps principles. Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Advise on quality improvement initiatives and monitor effectiveness; • Define and implement automated testing strategies across functional, integration, and performance testing; • Lead the design and maintenance of automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright); • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and rapid feedback; • Monitor automation coverage and effectiveness, reporting metrics to stakeholders; • Embed QA practices within Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives); • Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure testing is part of the deployment pipeline; • Promote shift-left testing and continuous quality throughout the development lifecycle; • Support test environments and infrastructure as code for scalability and reliability; • Select and implement appropriate testing tools and methodologies for automation and manual testing. Promote best practices in test automation and continuous integration; • Collaborate with development, product, and operations teams to ensure quality objectives are met; • Communicate test results, automation progress, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders. • Mentor and coach QA team members in automation and Agile/DevOps practices. Allocate resources and manage workload across projects. IF YOU ARE • Proven experience in QA leadership roles with strong focus on automated testing and Agile/DevOps environments; • Expertise in automation frameworks (Specflowor Reqnroll) and scripting languages ( C#) • Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps); • Familiarity with containerization and cloud-based test environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes); • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. AS AN OPINOV8R, YOU WILL HAVE • Digital-First Approach:Great talent knows no borders! You can work from wherever you are — we hire and collaborate with professionals worldwide. • Remote Work Model:Balance your professional and personal life with our flexible working conditions, empowering you to deliver your best from anywhere. • Exciting Projects:Dive into impactful projects across industries that challenge and spark creativity. • Boost Your Expertise:Grow your career with continuous learning, development opportunities, and hands-on experience. • Join the Best Team Ever:Collaborate with our diverse and cross-cultural team of passionate technologists and creative thinkers. HOW’S THE HIRING PROCESS GOING We strive to make our hiring process smooth and transparent to find the perfect match for both sides. Steps may differ depending on the role, but here’s what to expect: • Initial Interview: If your background fits the role, we’ll invite you for an interview with a Talent Acquisition Specialist. • Technical Interview:Depending on the position, you may complete a technical assessment or test task. • Final Decision:After all steps, we’ll get back to you with the result and next steps. Originally posted on Himalayas