Senior Automation Tester

We are looking for an experienced Senior Automation Tester to lead automation initiatives across web, mobile, and API platforms. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in designing robust test automation frameworks, implementing CI/CD test pipelines, and working with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and release efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web/mobile/API using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or Appium
• Lead automation strategy and implementation across different project phases.
• Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Apply AI-powered testing tools (e.g., Testim, Applitools, Mabl, Launchable) for visual and intelligent automation.
• Execute regression, smoke, and integration tests across environments.
• Participate in BDD/TDD practices using tools like Cucumber, Gherkin, or SpecFlow.
• Generate comprehensive test reports and dashboards using tools like Allure or Extent Reports
• Collaborate with developers and manual QA engineers to define automation scope.
• Review test cases, identify automation opportunities, and improve test coverage.
• Perform code reviews and guide junior automation engineers.
• Work with developers and product owners to ensure test coverage of new features and bug fixes.
• Ensure automation best practices are followed throughout the SDLC.

Must-Have Skills & Tools:
Automation Tools:
• Katalon Studio Advanced proficiency (Web, mobile or API modules) with Java and TestNG for custom automation logic.
• Selenium WebDriver with Java (preferred), Python or C#
• Playwright (Basic)
• TestNG, JUnit
• BDD Tools: Cucumber
• API Automation: REST Assured, Postman, SoapUI
• Mobile Automation: Appium, BrowserStack, LambdaTest
• Performance Testing (Basic): JMeter
Frameworks & Build Tools:
• POM, Data-Driven, Hybrid, BDD frameworks
• Apache Maven, Gradle
CI/CD & DevOps Tools:
• Jenkins, GitLab CI
• Git, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
Test Management & Bug Tracking:
• JIRA, TestRail, qTest, Xray, Zephyr
Database & Scripting:
• SQL (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL), DBeaver
• Scripting knowledge in Java, Python, or Shell scripting

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related field
• Hands-on experience in Agile/Scrum environments
• Good understanding of SDLC and STLC
• Experience with cloud-based testing platforms like Sauce Labs, BrowserStack
• ISTQB Certified (plus)

Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to lead initiatives and mentor junior testers