Automation Test Engineer (Java, Selenium, API Testing)

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Full Time

Skills

Java
Selenium
API Testing

Job Details

Job Title: Automation Test Engineer (Java, Selenium, API Testing)

Location:New Jersey
Employment Type: [Full-time]
Experience: 8-10 years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Automation Test Engineer with strong expertise in Java, Selenium WebDriver, and API testing (REST & SOAP). The ideal candidate will design, develop, and execute automated test scripts to ensure high-quality software delivery in a continuous integration and delivery environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain automation test scripts using Java + Selenium WebDriver.

  • Develop and execute API automation tests using tools like RestAssured, Postman, or SoapUI.

  • Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, and manual testers to identify automation opportunities.

  • Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).

  • Create and maintain test data and test environments.

  • Analyze test results, report defects, and track issues to closure.

  • Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives in an Agile/Scrum environment.

  • Ensure automation coverage, scalability, and maintainability of test suites.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Strong programming skills in Java (OOPs concepts, collections, exception handling, etc.).

  • Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver, TestNG/JUnit, and Maven/Gradle.

  • Experience in API testing and automation using RestAssured, Postman, or similar frameworks.

  • Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, JSON, XML, and HTTP methods.

  • Experience with version control systems (Git, Bitbucket).

  • Working knowledge of CI/CD tools like Jenkins or Azure DevOps.

  • Exposure to BDD frameworks (Cucumber, Serenity) is a plus.

  • Familiarity with database validation using SQL.

  • Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure).

  • Knowledge of containerized environments (Docker).

  • Familiarity with performance testing tools (JMeter) is a plus.

  • ISTQB or similar certification preferred.

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