Job title : Automation QA Engineer
Location : Gurugram / Hyderabad
Contract Duration : 6 months (Extendable)
Experience Required : 6+ years
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.