QA Automation Lead
TeliaWe’re looking for a QA Automation Lead to join us at Telia.
I’m Santtu Päivärinta, Head of Quality and Automation, and I’m searching for someone ready to grow with us! We’re a supportive, forward-thinking team focused on enabling faster, safer releases through pragmatic QA and reusable automation.
What you’ll do:
You’ll define and drive a clear QA automation framework and ways of working that enable consistent testing, easy onboarding, and effective cross‑team support in a transforming environment.
• Develop shared Playwright-based standards for UI-first (and selected API) automation - covering structure, coding conventions, CI/CD integration, and scalability to multiple product teams;
• Create onboarding guides, reusable examples, helper libraries, and implementation plans that make it easy for QA engineers and new product teams to adopt automation consistently;
• Guide teams in implementing automation strategies - supporting SAFe ART workflows, promoting quality thinking, and helping squads improve throughout the software development lifecycle;
• Consult and coach QA engineers and developers on automation best practices - pairing to bootstrap tests, reviewing pull requests, and fostering a collaborative, learning‑oriented quality culture;
• Drive continuous improvement by establishing quality metrics, identifying bottlenecks, anticipating risks, and iterating on both framework and ways of working.
What will help you thrive in this role:
You balance hands‑on engineering rigor with coaching - bringing people with you while keeping solutions practical, maintainable, and scalable.
• Proven experience in leading QA automation initiatives across multiple product teams in large or transforming organisations, including hands-on work in software development, QA roles, and testing complex large-scale systems;
• Strong knowledge of modern UI-first test automation and supporting API testing using tools such as Playwright, Cucumber, TypeScript, GitHub Workflows, Jira/Xray, and related opensource technologies, as well as CI/CD practices, test design, coding standards, and quality metrics;
• Ability to coach without authority, collaborate across domains, communicate clearly with both technical and management stakeholders, anticipate problems, develop practical solutions, and support SAFe ART workflows with solid quality and technical competence;
• Fluency in English; additional Lithuanian/Swedish languages considered a plus.
Join us to shape smarter living for people, businesses, and the planet
At Telia, we’re a team of 15 000 colleagues across the Nordics and Baltics, passionate about technology and connectivity. As a Top Employer and Sustainability Leader, we drive change with large-scale, impactful projects while building a sustainable, inclusive world.
Here, you can grow your skills, lead meaningful projects, and thrive in a supportive, diverse environment. Whether you’re taking your first step or your next, Telia is a place to grow, belong, and make a real impact.
What we offer
At Telia, we care about your well-being, growth, and sense of belonging:
• Additional health insurance and pension plans
• Workation: work from anywhere in the EU for up to 30 days per year
• Extra vacation days based on tenure (up to 5 additional days)
• Discounts on Telia services, including free home internet
• Partner offers and discounts (SPA, cafes, events)
• Telia Kids Club: summer camps for employees’ children
• Company-supported sports activities (yoga, basketball, running)
• Internal training, leadership programs and job shadowing to explore new roles
• Free on-site charging stations for electric vehicles – available for both work-related and personal use.
…and more.
Monthly salary range for this position is 4320 – 6480 EUR (gross) + annual performance/sales bonuses. Although it may vary depending on your skills and experience.
Ready to make better happen?
We look forward to receiving your application by April 26, 2026. Please note that we might close the position earlier if we find the right candidate, so don’t wait too long to apply!
If you’re selected for the next stage, you’ll be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Partner. Background and reference checks will be part of the process.
Want to know more about this role? Please reach out to Santtu Päivärinta, Head of Quality and Automation, at santtu.paivarinta@teliacompany.com.
Equal opportunities
At Telia, we recognize talent by professional skills and growth potential. We champion diversity, ensuring every individual’s needs are met, regardless of disability, gender, age, nationality, sexual orientation, or social status. Together, we’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment where your uniqueness is our strength.
Join us and let’s make better happen – together!
More about our culture: www.telia.lt/karjera