Munich Re

Automation Lead

Munich Re$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
  • Automation certification showcasing advanced automation skills
  • 5-7 years of leadership experience in automation and test strategy
  • Proven expertise in automation framework design and maintenance
  • Hands-on experience with Playwright for UI and API automation
  • Proficient in TypeScript and C# programming languages
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD integration and version control systems

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain robust, scalable automation frameworks
  • Conduct code reviews for quality and compliance
  • Guide teams in developing risk-based automation strategies
  • Develop and execute automated test scripts for UI, API, and database testing
  • Optimize regression test suites for efficiency
  • Monitor defect trends to identify test coverage gaps
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and support teams during this process
  • Leverage AI capabilities to enhance automation strategies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies
  • Access to a collaborative work environment with global teams
  • Professional development through on-the-job training and certifications
  • Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
  • Engagement in strategic projects that influence company direction
Full Job Description
We are seeking an Automation Lead to design, implement, and maintain scalable automation frameworks that ensure adherence to best practices and drive automation initiatives across UI, API, and database testing. This role will focus on integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines, optimizing test coverage, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and maintain robust, scalable automation frameworks
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality, reusability, and compliance with standards
  • Guide teams in developing a risk-based automation strategy, and ensure automation suites are consistently updated and maintained
  • Develop and execute automated test scripts for UI, API, and database testing
  • Maintain and optimize regression test suites for maximum coverage and efficiency
  • Monitor defect trends to assess test coverage and identify gaps
  • Integrate, and support teams in integrating, automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
  • Utilize version control systems to manage automation scripts and frameworks
  • Define and enforce automation standards and processes across teams
  • Leverage AI capabilities to enhance automation strategies when applicable
  • Support and maintain test lab infrastructure


Requirements:
  • University Degree preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Automation certification demonstrating advanced skills and expertise in automation practices
  • 5-7 years of experience in leading automation efforts, test strategy, and execution
  • Proven experience in automation strategy and framework design
  • Proven experience in designing and maintaining automation frameworks.
  • Hands-on expertise with Playwright for UI and API automation.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as TypeScript and C#
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD integration and version control systems
  • Hands-on analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Great communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience working with team across geographies, including strategic vendor partners
  • Experience supporting and leading multiple parallel initiatives

About Munich Re

Munich Re is a leading global provider of reinsurance, primary insurance and insurance-related risk solutions. The company is headquartered in Munich, Germany. Munich Re operates in all lines of insurance and has a presence in all major markets worldwide. Munich Re's business model is based on the combination of primary insurance and reinsurance under one roof. The company has three business segments: reinsurance, primary insurance, and Munich Health. Munich Re's global premium income amounted to ?54.5 billion in 2020.
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