Lead Quality Automation Engineer

Lead Quality Automation Engineer

Position Description

The best version of us starts with You!

We CGI looking for a Lead Quality Automation Engineer. With your expertise, you will work with a high performing team to consult and develop solutions for a major client.

You will support and interact with the client daily with a focus across the organization and will have the opportunity to show/grow with technology in a customer facing role. You should be able to work independently under limited supervision and apply your knowledge.

This position is located on-site in Lafayette, LA (Preferred), Bloomfield, CT, Raleigh, NC or in a Hybrid working Model.

Your future duties and responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Testing

. Design and oversee test strategies, plans, and execution (manual + automation)

. Ensure comprehensive test coverage for functionality, performance, and security

. Lead defect management, root cause analysis, and resolution processes

. Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and CI/CD integration

Process & Compliance

. Ensure adherence to quality standards (e.g., ISO, regulatory requirements)

. Conduct audits (internal/external) and ensure compliance with QMS

. Monitor KPIs, quality metrics, and reporting dashboards

. Manage CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) and non-conformance processes

Cross functional Collaboration

. Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations teams to ensure quality from design through deployment

. Participate in requirement reviews, design discussions, and release planning

. Work closely with stakeholders to align quality goals with business objectives

Data & Continuous Improvement

. Analyze quality data, trends, and defects to identify improvement opportunities

. Drive process optimization using Lean/Six Sigma or similar methodologies

. Champion a “shift left” quality approach and test first principles

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

At least 8+ years of experience in Quality Automation Engineer/Lead:

Hands-on Lead experience in script development using scripting languages (e.g. Python.) or using similar programming languages (e.g., Java)

. Strong Lead experience in testing UI using test frameworks such as Selenium and/or Cypress

. Strong hands-on experience working with BDD Cucumber Test framework

. Strong experience in testing RESTAPI's based on Spring Boot framework and Java based applications

. Experience using source configuration tools (Git, SVN, and JENKINS etc.)

. Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, QA processes, and tools

. Experience with automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Cypress)

. Experience in formulating Test Strategy and Test Plan along with managing client communication

. Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

. Knowledge of defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira)

. Exposure to utilization of AI tools in Test Lifecycle

. Experience in a QA/test environment with a focus on technical, automated testing in a variety of environments such as Unix OS, Mainframe, cloud, distributed, services/apis, databases

. Tools: Postman, Newman, SOAPUI, Dynatrace and Neoload , Putty, WinSCP, AWS (good to have), Jira

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.

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CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $82,600.00 $183,000.00.

CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

. Competitive compensation

. Comprehensive insurance options

. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

. Paid parental leave

. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

. Wellness and Well-being programs

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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