Test Engineer

Summary

Test Engineer designing and implementing multi-level automated tests (unit, API, UI, e2e) within CI/CD pipelines in a DevOps setting, using tools like Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium and languages such as Java, Python, or TypeScript.

Summary:

The role of a Test/Quality Engineer is to enhance the quality of software delivery in a DevOps environment by embedding a quality engineering mindset throughout the delivery lifecycle. This position focuses on risk-based testing, quality automation, and leveraging modern methodologies, including AI, to improve efficiency and reliability in testing processes.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement automated tests at multiple levels (unit, API/contract, integration, UI, end-to-end) ensuring reliable operation within CI/CD.

  • Embed quality engineering practices into DevOps delivery with a proactive focus on prevention.

  • Conduct risk analysis and develop test strategies aligned with business impact and critical user scenarios.

  • Establish and maintain quality gates within CI/CD pipelines.

  • Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance testability and design quality from the outset.

  • Monitor and establish key quality metrics for the testing processes.

  • Drive improvements to testing frameworks and automation environments.

  • Implement non-functional testing practices when applicable.

  • Contribute to the transformation roadmap for Test & Quality practices incorporating AI solutions.

  • Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancements.

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Quality Engineering, or related discipline.

  • 5+ years of professional experience in software quality engineering.

  • Proven experience in Agile/DevOps environments as a QA/Test Engineer.

  • Hands-on experience with test automation tools (e.g., Playwright, Cypress, Selenium).

  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices.

  • Proficiency in at least one programming/scripting language (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript).

  • Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).

  • Strong understanding of testing principles across different levels of the testing pyramid.

  • Experience with visual validation techniques for UI code.

Nice to Have:

  • Experience in designing test strategies and defining quality metrics.

  • Exposure to "Agent in the loop" testing workflows.

  • Knowledge of Design Tokens.

  • Fluent English language skills.

Other Details:

  • Location: Koregaon Park, Pune

  • Work model: Hybrid (3 days in office/week)

  • Work hours: CET Time zone (9 hours)

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