Lead, Quality Engineering and Testing

class="jobdescription"> POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead , Quality Engineering and Testing with a strong background in Playwright , AI-powered testing tools , and engineering principles to drive our testing strategies and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on expertise in test automation, modern development frameworks, and AI integration, supporting our engineering teams to achieve operational excellence and scalable, secure, and performant solutions. The QE Lead must demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaboration skills and is responsible for leading the team in executing product deliverables, implementing complex engineering solutions, and ensuring quality excellence for software systems and applications within the product portfolio. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Define and Drive Testing Standards: Establish robust testing frameworks and best practices centered around Playwright and AI-enhanced testing tools to ensure consistent quality across all projects. Lead Test Automation Initiatives: Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated testing solutions for web applications, emphasizing Playwright-based testing and AI-powered testing assistants. Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor QA and engineering teams on test automation, AI tool integration, and modern testing methodologies; foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with developers, architects, product managers, and data scientists to integrate AI-driven testing solutions into the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring seamless and efficient validation processes. Leverage AI & Machine Learning: Identify opportunities to incorporate AI tools for test case generation, defect prediction, and intelligent test execution to enhance testing coverage and efficiency. Ensure Quality Attributes: Focus on scalability, security, performance, and reliability of testing frameworks and underlying applications. Monitor & Optimize Testing Processes: Continuously analyze testing metrics, troubleshoot issues, and improve automation coverage and effectiveness. Stay Current with Industry Trends: Keep abreast of advancements in AI, test automation, and web testing frameworks, integrating innovative solutions to improve testing practices. Estimation and Planning: Provide accurate estimates in collaboration with the product teams and ensure compliance with corporate standards and policies. Additional Responsibilities: Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor or management. . QUALIFICATIONS: Educational Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Experience: 5+ years in software quality engineering, with substantial hands-on experience in test automation, especially with Playwright and AI-powered testing tools. Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of test automation frameworks, particularly Playwright. Familiarity with AI/ML tools for testing (e.g., test case generation, defect prediction). Strong background in software engineering principles, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices. Experience with modern development frameworks and languages (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Python). Understanding of web application architectures, security best practices, and performance testing. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Test Automation & Frameworks: Expert in designing and implementing scalable automated tests with Playwright. AI Integration: Experience leveraging AI/ML tools for testing purposes, such as test case generation, intelligent defect analysis, or predictive analytics. Programming & Scripting: Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or Java for developing custom testing solutions. Software Development Lifecycle: Familiar with Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines to embed testing early and often. Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve testing and automation issues. Leadership & Communication: Ability to articulate complex testing strategies, mentor team members, and collaborate across technical and business stakeholders. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies and tools. Document testing processes, frameworks, and best practices. Evaluate new testing tools and technologies, recommending adoption where appropriate. Assist in integrating AI-driven testing solutions into existing development workflows. FINANCIAL & OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Understand and manage resource allocation for testing initiatives. Identify opportunities for automation to reduce testing costs and increase efficiency. Track effort hours and ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets. Apply now » Apply now Apply Now Start applying with LinkedIn Start Please wait... Find similar jobs: Careers Home Top Jobs View All Jobs Royal Caribbean Corporate Site Applicants with Disabilities Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Copyright © 2021 Royal Caribbean Group. All rights reserved. × Cookie Consent Manager When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. 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