Sr QA Automation Engineer

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in test automation, particularly with Selenium and Python, API test automation using Postman, and performance testing. This role requires a proactive individual who can work independently and collaboratively to ensure the highest quality of our software products.

Key Responsibilities :

 Test Automation :

 Design, develop, and maintain robust UI automation frameworks using Python, Selenium, and Page Object Model (POM).

 Implement and manage test frameworks to ensure robust and scalable test automation.

 Manual Testing

 Should be well versed in manual functional testing, documentation etc.

 API and UI Test Automation :

 Develop and execute API test cases using Postman.

 Ensure comprehensive test coverage for all API endpoints and integrations.

 Develop and execute UI test cases

 Ensure comprehensive test coverage for all UI functionality

 Performance Testing :

 Conduct performance testing to identify bottlenecks and ensure the scalability of applications.

 Utilize performance testing tools to simulate load and analyze system performance.

 Quality Assurance :

 Collaborate with development and QA teams to integrate automated tests into CI / CD pipelines using Git and Jenkins.

 Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved.

 Document and track defects, and work with developers to ensure timely resolution.

 Continuous Improvement :

 Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in test automation and performance testing.

 Mentor and guide junior QA engineers in test automation practices.

Qualifications :

 5+ years of experience in QA automation with a strong focus on UI and API testing.

 Proficiency in Python, Selenium, and POM design pattern. Nice to Have = Java skills.

 Hands-on experience with Postman for API testing.

 Familiarity with Git and Jenkins for version control and CI / CD integration.

 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

 Experience or strong interest in using AI tools (e.g, Github Copilot, Claude etc) for test automation (e.g., AI-based test generation, self-healing tests).

Preferred Qualifications :

 Experience with CI / CD tools and processes.

 Knowledge of other test automation tools and frameworks.

 Familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies.

About Encora

Encora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner of some of the world's leading enterprises and digital native companies. With over 9,000 experts in 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora's technology practices include Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering.

At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications, and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.

Skills Required

Jenkins, Git, Selenium, Postman, Python