QA Lead (Automation and Manual)

iLabs is a global software product engineering company headquartered in Sri Lanka, with deep roots in the US Silicon Valley. We deliver world-class solutions in Web, eCommerce, Mobile, AI/ML, and Cloud technologies, serving industries such as fintech, edtech, medtech, martech, and hospitality. Guided by our vision “to become a global powerhouse in information technology to push humanity forward” we focus on delivering innovative, impactful solutions that empower businesses and create meaningful change in the world.

With a global talent network, we build agile remote teams for leading tech companies worldwide, including Silicon Valley pioneers. Our in-house ventures include Cloud of Goods, a fast-growing eCommerce rental marketplace, and Xenia, a customizable web platform for modern businesses.

At iLabs, we’re on a mission to advance lifestyles through technology and empower our partners to scale smarter and faster. Our culture is driven by creativity, innovation, ownership, teamwork, and global impact; giving you the opportunity and freedom to challenge the norm, spark change, and make a real difference.

If you’re ready to break boundaries and create your defining moment, we’re here to make it happen. Be part of something bigger. Join iLabs

Job Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end QA strategy ensuring high-quality, scalable releases with minimal defects and faster time-to-market across complex web and platform systems.
• Own test architecture using Playwright; design, build, and maintain robust automation frameworks and execute comprehensive manual test strategies.
• Leverage AI tools like Claude and Copilot to generate test cases, optimize scripts, and accelerate QA productivity and coverage.
• Partner with engineering, product, and DevOps teams to embed quality early and enable continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines.
• Lead, mentor, and upskill QA engineers; enforce best practices, code quality standards, and high-performance delivery culture.
• Establish quality metrics, dashboards, and reporting to drive data-backed decisions and continuous improvement.
• Identify risks proactively, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure production stability through rigorous validation cycles.
• Champion test optimization, reduce execution time, and improve coverage through intelligent automation and AI-driven approaches.

Shift: 9am - 6pm (SL Time)

Location: Battaramulla (onsite)

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance and Test Engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in Playwright with strong capability in both automation and manual testing.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools, version control systems, API testing tools, and modern test management platforms.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, SDLC, and quality engineering best practices.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, high ownership, and excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.