Job Description – QA Automation Engineer 

Position: QA Automation Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer with 13+ years of strong expertise in test automation, framework development, and enterprise application testing. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in automation tools, API testing, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies. The candidate will be responsible for designing scalable automation frameworks and ensuring high-quality software delivery across web, API, and backend systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for web, API, and backend applications.
• Create and execute automated test scripts using Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar tools.
• Perform API automation testing using Postman, Rest Assured, or SoapUI.
• Work closely with developers, business analysts, and DevOps teams in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and coordinate with development teams for resolution.
• Participate in requirement analysis, test planning, and release validation activities.
• Ensure software quality through functional, regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to best automation practices.

Required Skills

• 13+ years of experience in QA Automation and Software Testing.
• Strong hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Expertise in Java, Python, or C# for automation scripting.
• Experience with API automation testing tools like Postman and Rest Assured.
• Strong understanding of STLC, SDLC, and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of SQL and database testing.
• Familiarity with Jira, TestNG, JUnit, Maven, and Git.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Exposure to performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
• ISTQB or relevant QA certifications preferred.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership abilities.

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.