Automation QE Lead/Manager (contract)

September 5, 2025

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The Automation QE Lead/Manager will be responsible for designing and executing a robust automation testing strategy, leading a team of QA engineers, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through test automation. This hybrid Toronto-based role requires strong leadership, hands-on experience with automation frameworks, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
Key Responsibilities
Automation Strategy & Execution:

  • Define, develop, and implement test automation strategies and frameworks across applications.
  • Create and maintain automation test plans and suites to support functional, regression, and performance testing.
  • Select and integrate appropriate automation tools and technologies.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

  • Lead a team of QA engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
  • Ensure alignment of QA deliverables with overall product timelines and quality objectives.
  • Facilitate training and development in automation testing best practices.

Collaboration & Quality Oversight

  • Work closely with Product, Development, and DevOps teams to define quality requirements.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Analyze test results, track defects, and manage quality metrics reporting.

Process Improvement & Innovation

  • Continuously improve QA processes, testing practices, and team workflows.
  • Stay current with emerging trends in test automation, tools, and methodologies.

Technical Expertise
Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of QA experience with a focus on automation testing.
  • Proficiency in automation frameworks and tools such as Selenium, TestNG, JUnit.
  • Strong understanding of scripting languages (Java, Python, or similar).
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and integration into automated testing pipelines.

Methodologies & Tools

  • Solid grasp of SDLC and QA methodologies in Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Familiarity with defect tracking tools (JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr, or similar).
  • Experience working in hybrid or cloud-based environments.

Soft Skills

  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving.
  • Ability to effectively manage a team and work cross-functionally.

Skills Summary
Core Expertise: Automation testing, QA strategy, test frameworks
Tools & Languages: Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, Java/Python, CI/CD tools
Frameworks & Processes: Agile, Scrum, SDLC, QA best practices
Team Management: Leadership, mentoring, cross-functional collaboration
Reporting & Metrics: Quality dashboards, defect tracking, test coverage analysis

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Contract

Job function

  • Job function

    Quality Assurance

  • Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting

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Company

Capgemini

Location

Toronto

Country

Canada

Salary

150.000

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