Head of QA | Automation (Selenium/Cypress)

OverviewUrgent: Head of QA | Selenium or CypressLocation: Saudi Arabia (On-site)Probation Period: 6-Month Period | Potential Permanent ConversionIndustry Experience: Fintech, Remittance, or Digital BankingSkills: Automation (Selenium/Cypress), Mobile Wallets, Payment GatewayImmediate candidates must reside in KSA; GCC nationals preferred or Expat with transferable IqamaResponsibilitiesDesign and implement automated testing frameworks to ensure robust, repeatable validationOversee performance, load, and stress testing of transaction systemsDrive end-to-end QA strategy to achieve zero defects in productionCollaborate with Development, DevOps, and Product teams to integrate QA into CI/CD pipelinesEstablish QA governance, standards, and metrics to monitor quality across the organisationMentor QA teams to build technical expertise and a culture of quality and accountabilityRequirementsProven experience in QA leadership within fintech, remittance, or digital banking platformsExpert in automation frameworks such as Selenium or CypressExperience testing mobile wallets, payment gateways, or high-volume financial transaction systemsStrong knowledge of performance, stress, and security testing practicesLeadership experience, with ability to guide and mentor high-performing QA teamsEligibility CriteriaCurrently based in Saudi Arabia and available for on-site engagementSaudi or GCC National (Bahrain, Oman, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar), or Expat with transferable IqamaBusiness Visit and Family Visit visas are not eligibleApplication ProcessSenior technology leaders ready to shape strategic outcomes are invited to apply via email at talent@leadingedge.plus CC: aniqa@leadingedge.plus, quoting the job title in the subject line.#J-18808-Ljbffr