Automation Testing Lead - AI/ML

Position Overview:
As a Senior SDET, you will play a leadership role in ensuring the quality and reliability of AI-driven solutions within our teams. Your experience in manual and automated testing, combined with expertise in testing AI/Data Science applications, will advance our testing strategies, methodologies, and tools. Beyond individual contributions, you will mentor team members, promote testing excellence, and influence the team to embed a quality-first mindset in the development process for AI and Data Science initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 AI/ML Testing Leadership

• Provide leadership in developing testing strategies for AI/ML models, data pipelines, and APIs, ensuring output accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with data scientists and developers to validate AI/ML models, focusing on model fairness, accuracy, and scalability.
• Drive the development of tools and processes for validating AI algorithms and performance metrics.

🔹 Agile Leadership

• Partner with the scrum team to align testing strategies with sprint and product goals, promoting a quality-first mindset.
• Advocate for AI-specific testing practices and methodologies, ensuring they are embedded in the development lifecycle.
• Stay updated with advancements in AI testing tools and technologies to provide thought leadership.

🔹 Advanced Automation & Manual Testing

• Lead the design, development, and enhancement of automation frameworks tailored for AI, Data Science, and web/API applications.
• Ensure integration of automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, enabling rapid feedback on AI features and updates.
• Strategically design manual and exploratory tests to complement automation, particularly for complex AI-driven features.

🔹 Testing Strategy & Expertise

• Develop comprehensive test strategies that encompass AI model testing, data validation, and regression testing.
• Mentor junior team members, enhancing the team’s capabilities in AI/ML-specific testing and overall QA competency.

🔹 Defect Management

• Foster a proactive approach to defect prevention, emphasizing early identification of issues in AI pipelines and workflows.
• Promote defect tracking and resolution for both traditional software and AI-driven solutions.

🔹 Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate closely with developers, data scientists, and product managers to ensure seamless integration of testing in AI projects.
• Effectively communicate testing strategies, insights, and results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as an SDET or in a similar role, with demonstrated expertise in testing AI/Data Science applications.
• Extensive knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or C#; familiarity with AI/ML libraries like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn is a plus.
• Proficiency with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG) and DevOps practices.
• Experience with data validation, AI model testing, and APIs.
• Proven ability to mentor and lead QA efforts in cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Provident Fund
• Gym Membership
• Leaves as per the company policy.
• Company-paid trips
• Easy Loan Facility for Employees
• Yearly increment
• Health Insurance (includes spouse and parents)