Your question is Motivation for QA Automation. Take a moment with it on the right.
Talk me through your thinking if you like. When you're confident, submit your answer and I'll grade it like a real screen (7/10 or better passes).
Why did you apply for an automation position? Explain what specifically attracted you to automation within QA, how your previous experience prepared you for the role, and what value you expected to bring. The interviewer is assessing whether your interest is informed by hands-on understanding rather than a desire to avoid manual testing. A strong response connects your motivation to a specific experience, explains the impact of automation, and shows ownership of continued technical growth.