QA Automation Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled QA Automation Engineer with expertise in Java, Selenium, API testing, and SQL to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing automated test scripts, ensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Software Requirements:

  
  
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and understand software requirements.
  • Analyze requirement specifications and design test cases accordingly.

• Automation Development:

  
  
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Java and Selenium.
  • Build and implement API test automation frameworks.
  • Execute automated test scripts and analyze results to identify defects.

• Testing and Reporting:

  
  
  • Conduct regression, functional, and performance testing.
  • Document test cases, test results, and defect reports.
  • Communicate testing progress and issues to stakeholders.

• Continuous Improvement:

  
  
  • Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on test automation best practices.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements in testing and automation.

• Collaboration:

  
  
  • Work closely with developers, product managers, and other team members to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Mentor junior QA team members on automation practices and tools.

Software Requirements:

• Proficiency in Java programming language.
• Experience with Selenium WebDriver for web application testing.
• Knowledge of API testing tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured).
• Strong SQL skills for database testing and validation.
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks (e.g., TestNG, JUnit).
• Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).

Category-wise Technical Skills:

Programming:

• Proficiency in Java programming language.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts.

Automation Tools:

• Experience with Selenium WebDriver for web application testing.
• Knowledge of API testing tools such as Postman and RestAssured.

Database:

• Strong SQL skills for database testing and validation.

Frameworks:

• Familiarity with test automation frameworks such as TestNG and JUnit.

Version Control:

• Understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in QA Automation.
• Proven experience in automated testing of web applications and APIs.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments is preferred.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Development:Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Java and Selenium.
• Execution:Execute automated test scripts and analyze results to identify defects.
• Testing:Conduct regression, functional, and performance testing.
• Reporting:Document test cases, test results, and defect reports.
• Collaboration:Work closely with developers, product managers, and other team members to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Mentorship:Mentor junior QA team members on automation practices and tools.
• Improvement:Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on test automation best practices.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Soft Skills:

• Communication:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team Collaboration:Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Problem-Solving:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to Detail:Strong attention to detail.
• Adaptability:Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Mentorship:Ability to mentor junior QA team members.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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