Description :
Contract Duration : 6 months (Extendable)
Job Summary :
We are looking for a highly experienced Automation QA Engineer on a contract basis to design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in automation testing, deep technical understanding of QA methodologies, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for web, mobile, and API applications.
- Develop and maintain automation frameworks using Selenium, TestNG, Cypress, or Playwright.
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to identify automation opportunities and improve test efficiency.
- Perform regression, integration, and functional testing using automation tools.
- Integrate automated tests into CI / CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
- Identify, log, and track defects using tools like JIRA or Azure Test Plans.
- Generate detailed test reports and metrics for quality tracking.
- Ensure test scripts are optimized for reliability and reusability.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
6+ years of hands-on experience in software testing with a focus on automation.Strong expertise in Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright.Proficiency in Java, Python, or JavaScript for test automation scripting.Strong understanding of API automation (using Postman, RestAssured, or similar tools).Experience with CI / CD integration tools such as Jenkins or Azure DevOps.Knowledge of test management and bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).In-depth understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.Preferred Skills :
Experience with BDD / TDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow).Familiarity with cloud testing platforms (e.g., BrowserStack, Sauce Labs).Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter.ISTQB or other QA certifications.Soft Skills :
Self-driven and able to work with minimal supervision.Excellent communication and coordination abilities.Strong attention to detail and quality focus.(ref : hirist.tech)