Automation Tester
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A QA Automation Engineer in Chennai who designs, builds, and maintains automated test suites using Java-based frameworks, Selenium WebDriver, and Playwright. Day to day involves UI/API automation, SQL database validation, defect tracking in JIRA, and integrating tests into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines within Agile teams.
Job Summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented QA Automation Engineer with 3-5 years of experience in test automation. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in Java, Selenium, Playwright, and test automation frameworks, with hands-on experience in scripting, API testing, database validation, and CI/CD integration. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation solutions that ensure high-quality software delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Java-based automation frameworks.
- Develop and execute UI automation suites using Selenium WebDriver and Playwright.
- Create reusable test components and automation utilities to improve testing efficiency.
- Analyze business requirements and convert them into automated test scenarios.
- Perform functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
- Execute API testing and validate service responses.
- Perform database validation using SQL queries.
- Collaborate with Developers, Business Analysts, and QA teams to identify test requirements.
- Identify, document, track, and validate defects through closure.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, and Retrospectives.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
- Generate automation execution reports and testing metrics.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation frameworks.
Required Technical Skills
Automation Testing
- Selenium WebDriver
- Playwright
- TestNG / JUnit
- Automation Framework Development
- Data-Driven and Keyword-Driven Frameworks
Programming & Scripting
- Java (Core Java)
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- Shell Scripting / Batch Scripting
API Testing
- Bruno
- Postman
- REST API Testing
Database Testing
- SQL
- Database Validation and Query Execution
Test Management & Defect Tracking
- JIRA
- ALM / HP ALM
- Confluence
Development Tools
- Eclipse
- Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
- Git / GitHub / Bitbucket
CI/CD & Build Tools
- Jenkins
- Maven
- Gradle
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
- 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Automation Testing.
- Strong programming skills in Java.
- Experience working with Selenium WebDriver and Playwright.
- Good understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
- Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to cloud-based testing platforms.
- Experience with CI/CD pipeline implementation.
- Knowledge of performance testing tools.
- ISTQB Certification or equivalent testing certification.
- Experience with Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Healthcare, or Enterprise applications.
Key Competencies
- Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Ownership and Accountability
- Time Management
- Continuous Learning Mindset
Nice to Have
- Kofax Testing Exposure
- Reflection Workspace
- OCP Validation Experience
- Accessibility Testing Knowledge
- Cross-Browser and Cross-Platform Testing Experience