QA Automation Lead
Company: Leadex Systems
Location: Poland
End Customer: UK Bank
Function: Technology / Quality Engineering
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We're looking for a Quality Engineering Lead to define and drive our automation testing strategy across a large-scale digital transformation program.
This is a greenfield leadership role where you'll build scalable automation frameworks, establish quality engineering standards, and ensure reliable releases across mobile applications, Salesforce, integration platforms, core banking systems, and cloud-native services.
Working closely with Engineering, Architecture, Product, and Delivery teams, you'll embed quality into every stage of the software development lifecycle
What You'll Do
Build Modern Test Automation:
- Design automation solutions for web, mobile, APIs and backend services.
- Establish API-first testing practices across distributed systems.
- Drive contract testing and integration testing for service-oriented architecture.
- Introduce performance, resilience and non-functional testing where appropriate.
- Improve CI/CD pipelines with reliable automated quality gates.
Lead Quality Across Multiple Domains
- Mobile applications (iOS & Android)
- Salesforce platform
- MuleSoft integrations
- Cloud microservices
- Core Banking platforms
- Internal operational systems
Leadership
- Lead and mentor QA Automation Engineers.
- Establish engineering standards and code review practices.
- Hire, coach and develop high-performing QA talent.
- Partner with Engineering Managers and Architects on technical direction.
- Champion engineering excellence across delivery teams.
Quality Metrics & Engineering Excellence
- Define and track quality KPIs: defect escape rate, automation coverage, mean time to detect
- Report quality posture to the engineering leadership
- Run risk-based testing prioritization for releases, including core banking change cycles
Requirements
Must Have
- 5+ years in QA/test automation, with at least 2 years in a lead or architect role
- Proven experience designing AQA frameworks from scratch across multiple domains
- Strong API testing skills (REST, SOAP, GraphQL, event-based) — this is the backbone of every domain listed
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or equivalent)
- Hands-on with mobile test automation (Appium, XCUITest, Espresso, or similar)
- Experience testing Salesforce (at least one of: Apex tests, Provar, Copado Robotic Testing)
- Integration/middleware testing experience (MuleSoft, or comparable ESB/iPaaS)
- Strong scripting in at least one of: Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript
Nice to have
- Experience in banking, fintech, or other regulated financial services
- Core banking system testing
- Contract testing
- Performance/load testing
- Experience with test observability tooling
- Familiarity with BDD and working with business analysts on acceptance criteria
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Ability to build a QA roadmap and defend it to senior stakeholders
- Experience hiring and growing QA engineers
- Strong written and verbal communication
What We Offer
- A greenfield mandate with real decision-making authority over tooling, process, and headcount
- Direct access to CTO and engineering leadership
- Competitive compensation package Hybrid working model
- A technically complex, high-stakes environment where quality work directly matters
- 31 days of vacation
- 5 sick days
- Sport compensation
- Support with purchasing the necessary equipment.
- Flexible work schedule
Let's get to know each other!
Skills Required
- 5+ years in QA/test automation, with at least 2 years in a lead or architect role
- Proven experience designing AQA frameworks from scratch across multiple domains
- Strong API testing skills (REST, SOAP, GraphQL, event-based)
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or equivalent)
- Hands-on mobile test automation (Appium, XCUITest, Espresso, or similar)
- Experience testing Salesforce (Apex tests, Provar, Copado Robotic Testing)
- Integration/middleware testing experience (MuleSoft or comparable ESB/iPaaS)
- Strong scripting in at least one of: Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript
- Experience hiring, coaching, and mentoring QA engineers and establishing code review practices
- Ability to build and defend a QA roadmap to senior stakeholders; strong written and verbal communication
- Experience in banking, fintech, or other regulated financial services
- Core banking system testing experience
- Contract testing and performance/load testing experience
- Experience with test observability tooling
- Familiarity with BDD and working with business analysts on acceptance criteria
What We Do
Leadex Systems is a leading software consulting company with deep expertise in MuleSoft. We help businesses across various industries achieve their digital transformation goals by unlocking the power of MuleSoft's Anypoint Platform. Our primary focus lies in the banking and fintech sector, where we leverage our extensive experience to deliver secure and compliant solutions. What sets us apart: - MuleSoft Certified Partner: Our team of over 30 certified developers ensures exceptional service in API management, custom development, and more. - Integration Experts: We craft clear roadmaps and architectures to streamline your integrations and break down data silos. - Global Reach, Local Delivery: We provide global expertise with a local touch and understand regional regulations and nuances. Our Services: - API Development & Management: Securely connect internal and external systems, fostering collaboration and innovation. - Integration Roadmapping & Architecture: Streamline your integration landscape for a more connected ecosystem. - End-to-End Implementation: Manage your entire MuleSoft project, from planning to deployment and support. - DevOps & QA: Automate processes for faster delivery and higher quality applications. - Custom Development: Build custom solutions to address your unique business needs. Ready to unlock the power of MuleSoft? Contact Leadex Systems today to discuss your specific needs.
