Junior Test Engineer

In this role, you will be responsible for selecting and implementing cutting-edge test automation frameworks, designing scalable automation components, and leading high-impact projects from inception to execution. You will work closely with engineering managers to define priorities, promote best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Test Automation Leadership: Select and implement the best test automation frameworks, tools, and technologies to optimize testing efficiency across various projects.
• Framework Development: Design, develop, and maintain reusable automation components and libraries for scalability and maintainability.
• Project Execution: Lead end-to-end test automation initiatives, collaborating with engineering managers to define project scope, priorities, and execution strategies.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in test automation, integrating them into our testing strategies.
• Quality Advocacy: Promote a culture of quality by leading initiatives focused on automation, testing best practices, and continuous learning.
• Collaboration and Documentation: Foster a collaborative work environment by ensuring clear communication, maintaining comprehensive documentation, and setting clear expectations.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in software development and test automation.
• Strong proficiency in Python or similar programming languages (C#, Go, Bash, PowerShell are a plus).
• Hands-on experience with frontend automation tools like Selenium, WebdriverIO, Playwright, or Cypress.
• Expertise in API test automation using tools like Pytest or RestAssured.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases to design and execute test cases.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills, with an ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architectures.
• Hands-on knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipeline tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Bamboo).
• Familiarity with IDEs, debuggers, build tools, source control systems, and Unix tools.
• Experience with mocking, service virtualization, and contract testing.
• Ability to work in Agile environments, contributing to sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Preferred:

• AWS certifications.
• Experience with DevOps practices.

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Agile Automation QA to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional Agile teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software through the development and execution of automation test strategies. This role requires a strong understanding of Agile principles, expertise in automation tools, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Test Automation:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Automate test cases using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Appium, or similar frameworks.

1. Agile Collaboration:

• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Work closely with developers, product owners, and other QA team members to define acceptance criteria and ensure test coverage.

1. Test Planning and Execution:

• Develop or follow detailed test plans, test scripts, and test data based on user stories and requirements.
• Execute automated and manual test cases, analyze results, and report defects promptly.

1. Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously enhance automation frameworks and adopt best practices to improve test efficiency and coverage.
• Contribute to the CI/CD pipeline by integrating automated tests into the build process.

1. Quality Metrics and Reporting:

• Track and report key quality metrics such as defect density, test coverage, and automation effectiveness.
• Provide regular updates on testing progress and challenges.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: 4+ years in QA, with a strong focus on test automation.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#.
• Experience with test automation tools like Selenium, Cypress, Appium etc..
• Knowledge of API testing tools like Postman, RestAssured etc..
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Understanding of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
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Please check the below JD for Java based Automation testing openings and advise further.

We are looking for Automation testing QA with experience in Selenium+Java and API Automation (Rest API/SOAPUI/Karate/GraphQL API).

Experience Required: 4-14 years

Role: Senior Quality Engineer/Manager QA

 Looking for automation experts who in addition to the expertise in the tools and techniques also have the knack to understand the business needs, ROI and accordingly create the automation strategy

Technical skills:

Must Haves

• Hands on experience of working with at least one of GUI based test automation tools for desktop and/or mobile automation. Experience on multiple tools will be added advantage
• Proficient in writing SQL queries
• Familiarity with process of test automation tool selection & test approach
• Experience in designing and development of automation framework and creation of scripts using best industry practices such as Page object model
• Integrate test suites into the test management system and custom test harness
• Understanding of SOAP and REST principles
• Thorough understanding of microservices architecture
• In-depth hands-on experience of working with at least one API testing tool like RestAssured, SOAP UI, NodeJS
• Hands-on experience working with Postman or similar tool
• Good Understanding of BDD, TDD methodologies and tools like Cucumber, TestNG, Junit or similar.
• Experience in defining API E2E testing strategy, designing and development of API automation framework • Working experience on build tools Maven / Gradle, Git etc.

Please share your resume if keen.

• Defining, implementing and executing regression and stress automation tests focused on embedded software and device firmware level
• Analyzing automation test results for failures, identifying issue trends, and quantifying impact
• Isolating and reporting defects effectively quantifying customer impact, and verifying fixes through regression testing and other test methodologies
• Working cross-functionally with other QA teams, Developers and Project Managers

Desired Candidate Profile

• BE– CS/ ECE, MS, ME, MTech
• 2+ years of QA experience, preferably on consumer hardware/software products
• Automation experience in modern scripting or compiled languages (Python, JavaScript, C, etc.)
• Knowledge of Unix and Unix shell scripting
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Deep understanding of SQA methodologies & practices
• Ability to solve hard problems with creative and sustainable solutions
• Experience with hardware and/or software development lifecycle processes
• Self-motivation with the ability to drive features to delivery
• Strong hands on experience in developing applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good logical sense, strong technical skills, and the ability to learn new technologies quickly    

• 2-4  years of experience, with at least 1-2 years of experience in testing Web Applications/Services, UI testing.
• Good exposure to Non-functional tests strategies like Load, Perf and Chaos.
• Good understanding of testing principles: UI and Usability testing, Stress testing, Functional/Regression testing, Code coverage, TDD/BDD, UAT.
• Experience in deploying solutions into AWS is a major plus.
• Good team player, having effective and professional oral and written communication skills.

• Test current products and identify deficiencies.
• Suggest solutions to identified product problems.
• Investigate product quality in order to make improvements to achieve better customer satisfaction.
• Plan, create, and manage the overall Quality Planning strategy.
• Collaborate with the Product Development team to ensure consistent project execution.
• Identify quality assurance process bottleneck and suggest actions for improvement.
• Oversee continuous improvement projects.
• Collect quality data.
• Identify key KPIs for product quality.
• Track quality assurance metrics, like defect densities and open defect counts.
• Prepare and present reports and metrics to Senior Management.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Quality Assurance Engineer.
• An experience with a variety of different testing techniques such as UI Testing, Automated testing, Test Driven Development Strategies, etc
• An experience in testing tools such as Selenium, JMeter
• An experience with coding using Python, Java, Node.js.
• An experience with software QA tools and processes.
• Knowledge of MySQL
• A sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the company’s success.
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skill

• A team of aces, from top-tier schools and startups, to work with
• A fast-paced, data-driven, and fun work environment
• A huge appetite for new, disruptive, creative, and implementable ideas
• An open work culture

• Competitive salary
• Great working environment, opportunity to work directly with the founders on very exciting real-life problems.
• Opportunity to grow really fast.
• Opportunity to hire a team & mentor them in the future.
• ESOPs

1. Shortlist
2. Intro call of 15min
3. 1-2 Tech rounds
4. HR round
5. Offer rollout