QA Automation Engineer | Java, Selenium, API Testing, CI/CD, Test Frameworks

Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a highly competent QA Automation Engineer with expertise in Java, Selenium, and API testing to support quality assurance processes for enterprise applications. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining automation scripts for functional, regression, and API testing to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions. The successful candidate will collaborate with development and QA teams to streamline testing activities, improve test coverage, and support continuous integration and delivery practices, contributing to operational excellence and rapid deployment cycles.

Software Requirements

• Required:

  • Strong proficiency in Selenium WebDriver with Java (latest stable version), including experience with TestNG and JUnit for test execution

  • Knowledge of build tools such as Maven for dependency management and project configuration

  • Experience with Jenkins for continuous integration and automation of test pipelines

  • Proficiency in JIRA for test case management and defect tracking

  • Experience with API testing using tools like Postman or REST Assured, including validation of RESTful APIs

  • Familiarity with database verification (SQL) and data validation techniques for test data management

• Preferred:

  • Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber for behavior-driven testing

  • Knowledge of cloud-based testing tools or environments (Azure, GCP)

  • Experience with containerization for test environments (Docker)

Overall Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test cases for functional, regression, and API testing.

• Collaborate with development, QA, and product teams to understand testing requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.

• Identify, document, and track defects; work closely with developers to facilitate timely resolution.

• Perform code reviews of automated test scripts and improve test strategies based on project needs.

• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support rapid delivery and regression testing.

• Monitor test results, analyze failures, and recommend process improvements to increase test efficiency and reliability.

• Support manual testing activities when necessary, especially for exploratory and usability testing.

• Ensure adherence to testing standards, best practices, and security policies.

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages:
  Required: Java for writing automation scripts
  Preferred: Basic scripting knowledge (Groovy, Python) for advanced automation tasks

• Test Automation Frameworks & Tools:
  Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber (preferred), REST Assured

• API & Data Validation:
  REST API testing, database verification (SQL queries)

• Build & CI/CD Tools:
  Maven, Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, or Azure DevOps for building, version control, and pipeline automation

• Databases & Data Management:
  SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL for test data validation

• Cloud & Containers:
  Basic understanding of cloud environments (Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker) (preferred)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in QA automation, with a focus on Java and Selenium-based framework development

• Proven experience supporting end-to-end automation for large enterprise applications

• Experience with API testing and validation in complex environments

• Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment pipelines in an agile setting

• Industry experience in finance, banking, or enterprise IT projects is preferred

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop, execute, and maintain automation scripts for functional, regression, and API testing

• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support fast release cycles

• Collaborate with developers and QA teams on test planning, reviews, and defect management

• Troubleshoot failed tests, analyze root causes, and optimize test scripts for performance and reliability

• Conduct exploratory testing and review manual testing results for coverage gaps

• Document testing procedures, scripts, and defect reports for transparency and future maintenance

• Participate actively in daily scrum meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives

Qualifications

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

• 4+ years of experience in QA automation, particularly with Java and Selenium

• Certifications like ISTQB, Selenium Certification, or related are advantageous

• Proven ability to support automation initiatives supporting continuous delivery models

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex test failures

• Effective communication skills for engaging with technical and non-technical teams

• Collaboration and teamwork capability for working within cross-disciplinary groups

• Adaptability to evolving tools, frameworks, and project requirements

• Detail-oriented approach to ensure comprehensive test coverage and quality standards

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in fast-paced environments

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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