- LocationHyderabad
- Experience10+ Years
- Posted29 Oct 2026
- TypeOnsite, Automation
Lead Automation Test Engineer Job in Hyderabad: Appstekcorp is hiring a Lead Automation Test Engineer in Hyderabad for candidates with 10+ Years of experience. This opening was posted on 29 October 2026. Read the role overview, key skills, interview tips and the simple steps to apply below.
What you'll do
- Develop, execute, and maintain robust test automation scripts using Python.
- Work with PyTest, Playwright, and Selenium WebDriver frameworks to implement UI automation.
- Perform comprehensive API testing workflows to analyze responses, troubleshoot errors, and validate functionality.
- Execute SQL queries directly against databases for thorough validation and data integrity checks.
- Design test cases and execute test scenarios while managing the complete defect life cycle.
Skills required
How to apply
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About this Lead Automation Test Engineer Job in Hyderabad
Appstekcorp has an open position for a Lead Automation Test Engineer and is looking for someone who cares about shipping high-quality software. The Lead Automation Test Engineer Job in Hyderabad involves working closely with developers, product managers and other testers across the full software testing life cycle.
In this role you will develop, execute, and maintain robust test automation scripts using Python. You can see the full list of responsibilities in the job details above.
Hyderabad (HITEC City, Gachibowli) hosts many global tech and product centres, so QA engineers here work on large, high-impact platforms.
Work type: Onsite, Automation.
Key skills for the Lead Automation Test Engineer role
These are the skills the hiring team highlighted for this opening. Make sure your resume shows each one with a real example.
- Python – write readable test scripts with pytest and handy libraries.
- PyTest – show real project experience with PyTest in your resume and be ready to explain it with an example.
- Playwright – write stable cross-browser UI tests with auto-waits, fixtures and parallel runs.
- Selenium WebDriver – build maintainable UI automation with the Page Object Model and solid locator strategies.
- SQL – write joins and queries to verify data in the backend while testing.
- API testing – validate status codes, schemas, auth and edge cases for REST/GraphQL services.
Want to sharpen these skills? The official ISTQB syllabus is a great free reference for testing fundamentals.
A typical day in this role
- Join the daily stand-up to review sprint progress, blockers and what needs testing today.
- Write and maintain automated tests, fix flaky scripts and review test results from the CI pipeline.
- Test APIs for correct responses, error handling, authentication and performance.
- Log clear, reproducible bugs with steps, screenshots and logs, then re-test fixes.
- Review test plans, mentor teammates and share quality updates with product and engineering leads.
Who should apply
This opening suits experienced QA leaders who can set test strategy, build and mentor teams and talk about quality with product and engineering leadership.
If you match most of the skills above, apply for this Lead Automation Test Engineer Job in Hyderabad even if you do not tick every single box – hiring teams value strong fundamentals and a clear, honest resume.
How to apply for this Lead Automation Test Engineer Job in Hyderabad
- Open the Daily QA Jobs list – a fresh list goes live every day at 9:00 AM IST.
- Find the Lead Automation Test Engineer opening at Appstekcorp and copy the HR email ID.
- Send a short, polite email with your updated resume and a 3–4 line summary of matching skills.
- Follow up once after 3–5 working days if you have not heard back.
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Interview preparation tips
- Be ready to walk through one real project: the app, your testing approach, tools used and the toughest bug you found.
- Expect a live coding round – practise writing a small UI or API test, handling waits and explaining your framework structure.
- Revise HTTP methods, status codes, headers, auth tokens and how you validate a JSON response.
- Practise SQL queries – joins, group by, sub-queries – often asked to verify backend data.
- Prepare examples of test strategy, metrics you tracked, risks you flagged and how you improved release quality.
- Keep your resume ATS-friendly and matched to the skills listed in this job description.
Career growth after this role
QA leadership roles open paths to QA Manager, Head of Quality or Director of Quality Engineering, where you drive quality across products and organisations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this Lead Automation Test Engineer job located?
This job is based in Hyderabad. Work type: Onsite, Automation.
How much experience is needed for this Lead Automation Test Engineer job?
The company is looking for 10+ Years of relevant QA experience.
Which skills matter most for this role?
Key skills: Python, PyTest, Playwright, Selenium, SQL.
How do I apply for this Lead Automation Test Engineer job?
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Is it free to apply?
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