Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in business application consulting specialise in consulting services for a variety of business applications, helping clients optimise operational efficiency. These individuals analyse client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilisation of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

As a business application consulting generalist at PwC, you will provide consulting services for a wide range of business applications. You will leverage a broad understanding of various software solutions to assist clients in optimising operational efficiency through analysis, implementation, training, and support.

*Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. "

Job Description & Summary: The Lead Automation Engineer / Framework Engineer is a senior technical contributor and team leader, responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing automation frameworks and solutions across modular and microservices-based systems. This role bridges hands-on automation expertise with leadership, guiding QA teams and collaborating with cross-functional groups to ensure robust, scalable, and high-quality test automation. The engineer leverages modern tools—including Playwright, Node.js, and AI/LLM capabilities—while driving best practices in CI/CD, Agile, and Safe environments.  

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management  

Lead, mentor, and manage QA automation teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.  Guide team members in framework design, test strategy, and technical troubleshooting.  Coordinate with vendor teams and stakeholders to align testing strategies and deliverables. 

Framework & Automation Strategy  

Architect, implement, and enhance reusable automation frameworks for modular and microservices systems. 

Design and execute automated test cases using Playwright, Selenium, and other modern tools.  

integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) for continuous testing and deployment.  Ensure effective coverage of UI, API, and database layers, validating both front-end and back-end applications.

Technical Excellence  

Drive adoption of AI/LLM-powered automation, model testing, and intelligent test selection.  Optimize frameworks for scalability, maintainability, and performance.  Conduct root cause analysis, troubleshoot defects, and collaborate with development teams for resolution.  Conduct code reviews and enforce secure coding practices.    

Continuous Improvement  

Optimize and enhance existing automation frameworks, ensuring proper documentation and best practices.  Stay informed about the latest testing tools, techniques, and trends—including AI/ML-driven automation—to continuously improve practices.   

Mandatory skill sets:

7+ years in QA automation, with 3+ years in a lead or framework engineering role.  Hands-on expertise with Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Node.js, and hybrid automation frameworks.  Experience with AI/LLM model testing, prompt engineering, and GenAI observability.  Proficiency in programming languages: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#.  Experience with AI-powered tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursors, GenAI) for code generation, test optimization, and intelligent test selection.  Strong knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud-native automation (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes).  Experience with modular and microservices architectures, API testing (REST, GraphQL), and database validation (SQL).  Experience conducting code reviews  Familiarity with agentic automation, orchestration of AI agents, and integration of external LLMs.  Experience with SAFe and Agile methodologies for scaling automation across teams.  Knowledge of infrastructure management (VMSS, cloud services, distributed environments).  Comfortable with IDEs (VS Code, Visual Studio), version control (Git, Bitbucket), and test management tools (Azure DevOps).  

Leadership & Collaboration  

Proven ability to lead and mentor QA teams, manage projects, and coordinate with vendors.  Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.  Experience in process improvement, documentation, and reporting.  

Initiative & Innovation  

Proactively identify opportunities for automation and AI integration.  Lead POCs to evaluate and validate new tools and technologies.  Champion adoption of innovative solutions and foster a culture of experimentation.  

Preferred skill sets:

Hands-on expertise with Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Node.js, and hybrid automation frameworks.  Experience with AI/LLM model testing, prompt engineering, and GenAI observability.  Proficiency in programming languages: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#.  Experience with AI-powered tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursors, GenAI) for code generation, test optimization, and intelligent test selection.  Strong knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud-native automation (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes).  

Years of experience required:

8+ Years

Education qualification:

Any UG + PG Qualification

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Master Degree, Bachelor Degree

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Automation Technology

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Reasoning, Analytical Thinking, Application Software, Business Data Analytics, Business Management, Business Technology, Business Transformation, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Documentation Development, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Implementation Research, Implementation Support, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Performance Assessment {+ 21 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

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