Automation Test Engineer - Selenium/Java (2-10 yrs)

Job Title : Automation Test Engineer (Selenium + Java)

Location : [Insert Location]

Job Type : [Full-time/Contract]

Department : Quality Assurance / Software Testing

Job Overview :

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Automation Test Engineer with a strong background in Selenium WebDriver and Java to join our QA team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated tests for web applications, ensuring high-quality deliverables through continuous integration and testing. You will collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to maintain and improve the software quality of our products.

Key Responsibilities :

Automation Testing :

- Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web applications using Selenium WebDriver and Java.

- Implement Page Object Model (POM) for maintaining clean and reusable test code.

- Develop and execute tests for functional, regression, and integration testing.

- Implement Data-Driven Testing approaches to improve test coverage and ensure test cases run with various data sets.

Framework Design & Implementation :

- Develop and maintain robust and scalable test automation frameworks.

- Collaborate with the team to implement new test strategies, frameworks, and approaches to improve efficiency and reliability of tests.

- Optimize test scripts to reduce execution time while improving test coverage.

CI/CD Integration :

- Work with the DevOps team to integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline using tools like Jenkins.

- Monitor and report test results and integrate test reports into Jenkins for continuous feedback.

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automation and CI/CD tools.

Collaboration & Communication :

- Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other testers to understand functional requirements and create effective testing strategies.

- Report defects and track them through resolution using defect tracking tools.

- Review and analyze test results, and suggest improvements based on findings.

Version Control :

- Use Git to manage automation code and collaborate with other team members on version control.

- Participate in code reviews to ensure automation best practices are followed.

API Testing :

- Develop automated test scripts for API testing using tools like RestAssured or Postman to ensure functionality, security, and performance.

- Validate and test APIs for expected behavior and handle any errors or issues with integration.

Documentation :

- Maintain proper documentation of automated test cases, frameworks, and results.

- Create test strategy documents, test plans, and test case design specifications.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- Strong Programming Skills in Java:

- Proficiency in Java, including OOP concepts, Collections, Streams, Lambda expressions, and more.

- Ability to write maintainable and efficient code with good knowledge of Java libraries.

Experience with Selenium WebDriver :

- Solid understanding of Selenium WebDriver for automating web applications across multiple browsers.

- Experience in handling complex user interfaces, dynamic elements, and JavaScript-heavy applications using Selenium.

Test Automation Frameworks :

- Experience in building and maintaining automated test frameworks using Selenium.

- Strong understanding of Page Object Model (POM) design pattern for reusable test scripts.

- Knowledge of implementing Data-Driven Testing.

Test Management Tools :

- Familiarity with TestNG, JUnit, or Cucumber for test execution, reporting, and BDD-style testing.

CI/CD Tools :

- Experience in integrating test automation with CI/CD tools, particularly Jenkins.

- Familiarity with Jenkins pipelines and configuring automated test executions as part of the deployment process.

Version Control :

- Hands-on experience with Git for managing and maintaining version control of test scripts and related artifacts.

API Testing :

- Knowledge and hands-on experience with Postman and RestAssured for API testing (RESTful services).

- Experience validating API responses, handling authentication, and making assertions on API outputs.

Containerization :

- Familiarity with Docker to create isolated environments for running test cases and managing dependencies.

Desirable Skills :

- Experience with other testing tools or frameworks such as Appium for mobile testing, or Cypress for front-end testing.

- Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.

- Understanding of Agile development practices and tools like Jira.

- Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms like Browser Stack or Sauce Labs.

Education & Experience :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

- Minimum of X years experience in automation testing using Selenium and Java.

- Strong experience working with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Benefits :

- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

- Flexible work hours and the option for remote work.

- Health insurance and other employee benefits.

- Opportunity to work with a talented team and advanced technologies