Test Automation Architect

Roboyo

5d•$125,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

Roboyo is a category shaper in Agentic Automation. We help leading brands embed autonomous, AI‑powered agents into their workflows, processes, products and services so they can scale faster and operate smarter. Built on a strong automation heritage, we focus on seamless integration of AI into enterprise level organization, not just proving concepts, but owning outcomes and driving value in every industry we are present. At Roboyo, you’ll join a global team of builders, consultants and engineers that are top practitioners of taking solutions to the next level for clients in pursuit of excellence. As a Testing and Test Automation CoE Build Architect, you will serve as the strategic leader and primary architect for establishing enterprise Testing Centers of Excellence for Test Automation and other types of testing. You will work directly with C-level stakeholders to define the vision, develop business cases, design operating models, and build foundational governance structures that enable enterprise-wide testing transformation and automation adoption. This role combines strategic consulting, CoE design expertise, and hands-on delivery leadership across client engagements, integrating deep expertise in test automation tools.

Requirements

12-15+ years in QA/Testing with 5+ years in CoE design, implementation, or transformation, with experience in Agile methodologies, DevOps, Shift-Left testing, and CI/CD practices
UiPath ecosystem and process automation is a must
Proven experience building Testing CoEs, Automation CoEs, or Quality Engineering practices at enterprise scale including, defining TOM, Chargeback models, pricing strategies, TCO/TVO analysis, metrics/KPIs & Dashboards, demand management, intake process, capacity planning
Knowledge of test automation ecosystem: UiPath, Selenium, Tosca, or similar, and hands-on expertise with at least one leading test automation platform
Executive stakeholder management: C-suite engagement, business case development, strategy alignment
Strong facilitation and workshop design skills for diverse audiences
Excellent documentation, presentation, and executive communication skills

Nice To Haves

Previous CoE Head, CoE Director, or QA Transformation Lead experience
Consulting background (Big 4, boutique consulting firms, or vendor consulting practices)
Experience with multiple CoE models (RPA, DevOps, Automation, Quality Engineering)
PMP, SAFe, or equivalent project/program management certification
Industry vertical expertise (Utilities, BFSI, Healthcare, Manufacturing)
Published thought leadership or speaking experience at industry conferences

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning and foundation work for Testing CoE implementations with a heavy focus on Test Automation
Develop CoE charters including the vision, mission, strategic objectives, and value propositions
Build comprehensive business cases with ROI modeling, financial analysis, and investment justification
Design target operating models for testing service delivery (conversion, automation, full-service, support)
Create estimation frameworks including, T-shirt sizing methodologies and cost models
Develop chargeback and cost recovery models with pricing strategies and rate card structures
Conduct landscape assessments and maturity evaluations across testing functions
Facilitate executive workshops and governance body sessions with C-level stakeholders
Design governance structures including, steering committees, PMO models, and service review boards
Lead change management, launch planning, and CoE adoption strategies
Provide strategic oversight and quality assurance across all implementation phases
Support project management with planning, risk management, and executive communications
Deliver thought leadership through presentations, whitepapers, and client advisory
Define test automation architecture with leading tools such as UiPath Test Cloud, Selenium, Playwright or similar