Automation Test Lead

At Mindbox we connect top IT talents with technology projects for leading enterprises across Europe. We’re looking for a highly skilled Automation Test Lead who will own the automation-first approach for testing IAM platforms, identity services, and advanced workflows across Google Cloud Platform (GCP) . This is a strategic hands-on role where you will collaborate with tech leads, Cloud Security, DevOps, and Application Engineering teams to ensure robust, secure, and scalable solutions that support enterprise-level cloud and Identity operations. You will design and maintain automation frameworks, lead governance for testing standards, and validate event-driven systems, APIs, and orchestration engines. If you’re passionate about secure software architecture and want to work on large-scale, high-impact projects, this is the role for you. Sounds like your kind of challenge? #LI - Hybrid: 6x/msc from the office in Kraków What you get in return Flexible cooperation model – choose the form that suits you best (B2B, employment contract, etc.) Hybrid work setup – 6 x/msc from the office in Kraków Collaborative team culture – work alongside experienced professionals eager to share knowledge Continuous development – access to training platforms and growth opportunities Comprehensive benefits – including Interpolska Health Care, Multisport card, Warta Insurance, and more High quality equipment – laptop and essential software provided
Requirements:
Strong IAM domain expertise and experience with protocols (SCIM, REST API, LDAP, OIDC). 5+ years leading automation projects with Python & Pytest . Experience testing event-driven platforms (Pub/Sub, Kafka) and workload identities in the cloud. Proficiency with DevOps integration (GitHub, CI/CD) and shift-left testing practices. Cloud testing approach experience, especially Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Solid background in policy-based testing (RBAC/ABAC/ReBAC). Tools: JIRA, Zephyr (mandatory). Nice to have Familiarity with AI governance , model validation, and responsible AI principles. Exposure to tools like n8n , OPA/Rego , HashiCorp Vault , and GenAI integrations in Quality Engineering. Joining this project you’ll become part of Mindbox – a tech-driven company where consulting, engineering, and talent meet to build meaningful digital solutions. We’ll back you up every step of the way, accelerate your development, and ensure your skills make a difference.
Must have: IAM, Protocols, REST API, API, LDAP, Python, pytest, Testing, PUB, Kafka, Cloud, DevOps, GitHub, CD, Google Cloud Platform, RBAC, Jira
Nice to have: AI, HashiCorp, Vault
Daily tasks: - Define and maintain test architecture and strategy, ensuring full requirements traceability.
– Build and manage automated test frameworks integrating AI capabilities (self-healing, intelligent reporting).
– Validate event-driven platforms, identity services, and policy-as-code setups.
– Implement and enhance CI/CD pipelines for automated testing.
– Lead testing efforts across SIT/OAT/UAT phases, reporting progress to senior stakeholders.
– Mentor engineers and promote best practices in automation and risk-based testing.