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Senior QA Automation Engineer

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Contract
On-site
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Automation

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior QA Automation Engineer with expertise in Core Java and Selenium to join our Quality Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing and building automation frameworks from scratch, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop scalable and maintainable Selenium automation frameworks for both UI and backend testing.

  • Automate test scenarios across APIs, databases, and report validation (e.g., PDFs).

  • Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and product owners to understand business requirements and translate them into test solutions.

  • Write and execute complex SQL queries for backend data validation.

  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and continuous integration efforts.

  • Support CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows using Jenkins or similar tools.

  • Ensure high quality through detailed testing, documentation, and troubleshooting.

Essential Skills:

  • 6–8 years of experience in test automation using Core Java and Selenium.

  • Strong foundation in algorithms and object-oriented programming.

  • Proven ability to design and implement custom automation frameworks.

  • Hands-on experience with API testing, database validation, and report (PDF) automation.

  • Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries.

  • Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies and working in distributed team environments.

  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

  • High attention to detail and a proactive mindset.

Desired Skills:

  • Experience with CI/CD tools, especially Jenkins.

  • Exposure to backend automation and continuous integration practices.

Educational Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.