Senior QA Automation Engineer (SDET)

1. Automation & Testing Frameworks:

• Strong experience in test automation for Web & APIs using tools like:
• Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, CodeCept, Spectron (for UI automation).
• RestAssured, Karate, Postman (for API testing).
• JMeter, Gatling (for performance testing, preferred).
• Experience in building custom automation frameworks using Python, Java, or JavaScript.

2. Test Management & QA Processes:

• Hands-on experience with test case management tools such as TestRail, qTest, Zephyr, or Xray.
• Experience in integration and database testing, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end (E2E) testing for web applications.
• Experience in root cause analysis (RCA) and defect tracking.
• Experience with QA best practices like:
• Writing and implementing efficient automation test scripts.
• Creating test automation plans and strategies for end-to-end solutions.
• Monitoring QA activities, test results, and defect analysis to ensure software reliability.

3. Performance & Security Testing:

• Good to have experience with JMeter or other performance testing tools.
• Familiarity with load testing, stress testing, and benchmarking.
• Exposure to penetration testing and security validation is a plus.

4. Cloud & DevOps Testing:

• Experience in testing AWS services or other cloud-based solutions.
• Familiarity with microservices, micro-frontends, and cloud-native architectures.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as:
• Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Implementing test automation in CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.

5. Scripting & Development Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Python, Java, or JavaScript for writing automation scripts.
• Experience with Git, Bitbucket, GitHub, and knowledge of Gitflow branching strategies.
• Experience in Docker or Kubernetes for containerized testing environments.

6. Operating System & Environment Experience:

• Efficient in working on Windows, Linux, and Mac OS.
• Exposure to Linux commands for automation and debugging.

7. Research & Optimization:

• Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance testing efficiency.
• Research and implement AI/ML-driven test automation solutions (preferred).
• Optimize automation frameworks and regression suites for scalability.

1. Develop & Maintain Automated Test Frameworks

• Design, develop, and implement automation frameworks for UI, API, integration, and performance testing.
• Develop modular and reusable automation scripts for scalability and efficiency.
• Maintain and upgrade existing automation frameworks to align with industry trends.

2. Execute Comprehensive Testing

• Test and evaluate new features to ensure high-quality software releases.
• Perform regression, integration, and end-to-end testing on critical software components.
• Monitor test execution, report bugs, and work with developers to resolve defects.

3. Optimize Software Quality & Performance

• Ensure high test coverage by implementing automation at different levels (unit, integration, system, and UI).
• Optimize test execution speed and reliability by leveraging parallel execution and cloud testing.
• Identify bottlenecks in software performance and work with the team to address them.

4. Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams

• Work closely with developers, product managers, and UX designers to ensure quality at all stages of SDLC.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate automated tests in CI/CD pipelines.
• Participate in Agile development processes (Scrum, Kanban, etc.), attending stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospective meetings.

5. Monitor & Improve QA Processes

• Track QA activities, test results, defects, and root cause analysis.
• Identify areas for process improvement and automation.
• Ensure compliance with security, performance, and accessibility standards.

6. Maintain & Document Test Cases and Strategies

• Document test cases, automation strategies, and processes for future reference.
• Provide detailed reports on test execution, bug analysis, and quality metrics.

• Experience with AI-driven test automation tools like Testim, Applitools, or Mabl.
• Familiarity with blockchain testing, Web3 applications, or IoT testing.
• Knowledge of performance engineering and load testing in serverless environments.
• Experience in mobile testing using Appium, Detox, or Espresso.