We are looking for a
hands-on Automation Test Lead with deep expertise in
JavaScript-driven automation frameworks and experience testing
Guidewire applications (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, or ClaimCenter). This role requires a strong technical leader who can
design, code, and scale automation frameworks, while embedding test automation into Guidewire delivery lifecycles. Beyond execution, this is a builder role focused on
end-to-end automation engineering for enterprise insurance platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead automation strategy for Guidewire programs, ensuring automation is aligned with business-critical insurance workflows.
- Design, develop, and maintain JavaScript/TypeScript-based automation frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, WebdriverIO) tailored for Guidewire applications.
- Develop reusable libraries/utilities for Guidewire UI, API, and integration layer automation.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure shift-left testing across Guidewire releases.
- Collaborate with Guidewire developers, QA, and business SMEs to identify automation opportunities and maximize coverage.
- Perform hands-on coding, code reviews, and framework enhancements.
- Troubleshoot automation issues specific to Guidewire workflows, integrations, and upgrades.
- Mentor and guide junior testers to upskill them on JavaScript-based automation for Guidewire.
- Provide stakeholders with dashboards and reports on automation health, defect leakage, and coverage.
Required Skills
- Proven hands-on experience automating Guidewire applications (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, or ClaimCenter).
- Strong coding expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript with frameworks like Cypress, Playwright, or WebdriverIO.
- Solid understanding of Guidewire architecture, UI flows, API services, and integrations.
- Experience with API automation tools (RestAssured, Postman/Newman, or SuperTest).
- Strong knowledge of Git-based workflows and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or CircleCI).
- Solid understanding of SDLC/STLC, Agile delivery, and test strategy design.
- Strong debugging and root-cause analysis skills.
- Leadership skills with the ability to mentor teams while remaining deeply technical.
Good To Have
- Performance testing knowledge with JMeter or k6.
- Experience with Guidewire Cloud testing and automation in containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with cloud test platforms (BrowserStack, Sauce Labs, AWS Device Farm).
- ISTQB or advanced automation certifications.
