QA Automation Lead
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 24, 2026. Persistent Systems scores B on the Alion truth index.
About Persistent
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what?s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor?s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix? Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix? Assessment 2026.
About Position:
We are seeking a QA Automation Lead to build and enhance automated testing solutions for large-scale cloud and video streaming applications. The role involves validating product quality, driving automation excellence, testing OTT technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging modern tools, frameworks, and AI-driven testing practices.
- Role: QA Automation Lead
- Location: Bangalore
- Experience: 8 to 16 Years
- Job Type: Full-Time Employment
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for large-scale web and cloud-based applications.
- Create and execute functional, API, UI, regression, and end-to-end automated test suites.
- Validate video streaming workflows, playback quality, DRM integrations, and OTT platform functionality.
- Collaborate with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve defects.
- Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to improve release quality and execution speed.
- Explore and leverage AI-driven testing approaches to enhance test coverage, efficiency, and reliability.
Expertise You'll Bring:
- 7+ years of experience in Software Engineering or Test Automation for web applications and REST APIs.
- Strong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, or Go.
- Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, Cucumber, Appium, or JUnit.
- Deep understanding of video streaming technologies including DASH, HLS, MPEG-4, Widevine, and FairPlay.
- Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, including algorithms, data structures, databases, operating systems, HTML5, and CSS.
- Experience with TDD/BDD methodologies, AI-assisted QA automation, and excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
Let?s unleash your full potential at Persistent -persistent.com/careers
?Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.?