QA Automation Engineer – Selenium, API Testing & CI/CD in Enterprise Applications

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a highly skilled QA Automation Engineer to oversee the design, development, and execution of automated testing frameworks supporting enterprise software applications. This role involves leading quality assurance initiatives, guiding a team of automation testers, and collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality, reliable, and secure solutions. Your contributions will facilitate continuous delivery, reduce manual testing efforts, and uphold industry best practices in automation and quality standards.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Extensive hands-on experience with Selenium, TestNG, Maven, Jenkins, and JIRA (8+ years)

• Strong programming skills in Java (version 8+), with experience in writing reusable automation scripts

• Proven experience leading automation frameworks supporting functional, regression, and API testing

• Experience with test planning, test case design, and defect tracking

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipeline integrations supporting automation (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)

• Strong understanding of test automation best practices, framework maintenance, and test reporting

Preferred:

• Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber or Gherkin

• Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner

• Exposure to cloud environment testing support (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Test data management and automation of data validation processes

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and ongoing enhancement of test automation frameworks supporting enterprise applications

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts for functional, regression, and API validation

• Lead the bug triage process, ensure defect closure, and improve test coverage to catch regressions early

• Collaborate with development, QA, and business teams to define testing scope and strategies

• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and deployment processes

• Drive process improvements to automate manual testing efforts and optimize automation frameworks

• Lead reviews of test scripts and frameworks to ensure adherence to best practices and industry standards

• Monitor test execution metrics, generate reports, and analyze results to inform quality improvements

• Mentor junior team members on automation best practices and facilitate skill development

Technical Skills (By Category)

Languages & Frameworks (Essential):

• Java (version 8+), with expertise in creating automated scripts

• TestNG, Cucumber (preferred), JUnit, or similar frameworks

• Selenium WebDriver for UI automation

Tools & CI/CD:

• Maven, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or equivalent support for automation pipelines

Test & Performance Tools:

• JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar for performance testing

• Test management tools such as JIRA, Zephyr (preferred)

Databases & Data Validation:

• SQL proficiency: MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server for data validation and database testing

Cloud & Automation (Preferred):

• Knowledge of cloud environment testing and deployment support on AWS, Azure, or GCP

Experience Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in test automation supporting enterprise applications

• Demonstrated success leading or supporting automation frameworks for functional, regression, and API testing

• Experience automating tests within CI/CD pipelines supporting agile delivery models

• Proven ability to guide technical teams and implement automation best practices

• Industry experience in finance, banking, or regulated environments is advantageous but not mandatory

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop and enhance automation scripts supporting enterprise applications

• Execute automated test suites and analyze results for quality and stability

• Troubleshoot and debug automation scripts and frameworks for reliability and performance

• Collaborate with developers, QA, and business stakeholders on testing scope and data management

• Integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines for seamless application delivery

• Monitor automation health, generate test metrics, and optimize workflows

• Lead defect management, bug review, and test case reviews

• Document automation frameworks, scripts, and defect resolutions

• Mentor junior members, promote test automation standards, and contribute to process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

• 8+ years of experience in test automation, including API, UI, and regression testing

• Certifications such as ISTQB, Certified Agile Tester, or related automation certifications are a plus

• Proven success in leading automation efforts in enterprise settings supporting continuous integration and delivery

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for automation issues

• Effective communication skills for stakeholder engagement and team collaboration

• Leadership qualities to mentor juniors and enforce best practices

• Adaptability to evolving tools, frameworks, and industry standards

• Focus on delivering high-quality, scalable, and reliable automation solutions

• Continuous learner committed to process improvement and testing excellence

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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