QA Automation Test Engineer

Role: QA Automation Test Engineer

Reporting To: QA Manager

Working Location: Bangalore (Full time)

Experience: 5-8 years (Automation Manual Testing)

Overview

We are looking for a QA Automation Test Engineer with strong experience in both automation and manual testing of web-based applications and APIs. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of independently handling testing activities across the SDLC while adhering to Agile/Scrum processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate test cases into automation scripts using C# for GUI and API testing

• Adhere to defined automation coding standards and guidelines

• Perform manual testing of web-based applications and web services in a client-server environment

• Actively contribute to both manual and automation testing activities

• Debug web and server-side issues with a good understanding of web-based architecture

• Independently execute Functional, Database, Sanity, End-to-End Integration, and Regression testing in alignment with SCRUM guidelines

• Review automation code and fix issues identified during scheduled test runs

• Perform root cause analysis for automation script failures and logged defects

• Submit, track, and manage automation-identified defects

• Identify automatable test cases from the existing test suite and support automation planning

• Perform test data setup and execution of automated test cases

• Provide clear and timely communication to the QA Manager/Lead on issues, objectives, progress, and risks

• Ensure deliverables align with project scope, timelines, and quality standards

• Adhere to test strategies and test plans to ensure high-quality product delivery

• Collaborate effectively with Development, QA, Project Management, Business Analysts, and onsite teams

• Escalate and follow up on blocking issues and deviations from SOPs in a timely manner

• Demonstrate strong understanding of SDLC and STLC processes

Technical Knowledge / Skills

• Strong experience in automation testing

• Proficiency in C# programming

• Experience testing Web Services and REST APIs

• Hands-on experience with API testing tools such as Postman, SOAP UI, and Fiddler

• Experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Protractor, Playwright, or similar

• Exposure to building automation frameworks (Modular, BDD, POM, etc.)

• Strong understanding of Software Quality Assurance (SQA) methodologies

• Good knowledge of Databases and SQL, including data creation and analysis using queries

• Experience with TFS/MTM or similar test management tools

• Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and Agile environments

• Experience in test data setup across multiple modules and understanding data dependencies

• Strong understanding of the Defect Management process

• Knowledge of web services testing is desirable

Personal Qualities / Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities

• Ability to stay current with testing trends and emerging technologies

• Capability to clearly articulate and present different technical perspectives

Preferred Candidate

• BE / MCA or any other equivalent degree