Senior Automation Engineer, Actimize

At NiCE, we don’t limit our challenges. We challenge our limits. Always. We’re ambitious. We’re game changers. And we play to win. We set the highest standards and execute beyond them. And if you’re like us, we can offer you the ultimate career opportunity that will light a fire within you.

So, what’s the role all about?

As a Senior Automation Engineer , you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable automated testing solutions that ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. You will work closely with developers, QA engineers, product owners, and other stakeholders to build robust automation frameworks, drive test strategy, and integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle. This role requires strong expertise in Java and Playwright, a passion for automation, and a proactive approach to improving product quality and release confidence.

How will you make an impact?

Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites for web applications and backend services.

Build and enhance automation frameworks using Java, Playwright, and related testing technologies.

Create automated test cases and test scenarios based on business requirements, technical specifications, and user stories.

Analyze requirements and system behavior to identify edge cases, failure scenarios, coverage gaps, and quality risks.

Perform functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing throughout the software release lifecycle.

Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support reliable and repeatable quality gates.

Investigate test failures, troubleshoot automation issues, and collaborate with development teams to resolve defects efficiently.

Review automation code, promote engineering best practices, and contribute to the continuous improvement of automation frameworks and testing processes.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, testability, maintainability, and release readiness.

Drive improvements in automation coverage, execution efficiency, and test reliability.

Mentor junior automation engineers and share technical knowledge, tools, and best practices across the team.

Have you got what it takes?

At least 4 years of hands-on experience in test automation, software quality engineering, or a related field.

Strong programming skills in Java with a solid understanding of object-oriented design principles.

Hands-on experience with Playwright for UI test automation.

Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test cases from requirements and acceptance criteria.

Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, SDLC processes, Agile/Scrum practices, and release management.

Experience with CI/CD platforms such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar tools.

Experience working with version control systems such as Git.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, including root cause analysis and defect investigation.

Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering teams.

You will have an advantage if you also have:

Experience with API testing tools and frameworks such as REST Assured, Postman, or similar technologies.

Experience with TestNG, JUnit, Maven, Gradle, or other Java-based testing frameworks and build tools.

Knowledge of database testing, SQL, and test data management practices.

Experience improving test reliability, reducing flaky tests, and optimizing automation execution times.

Familiarity with cloud environments, containerized applications, and microservices-based architectures.

Experience working on enterprise-scale software products or complex distributed systems.

What’s in it for you?

Join an ever-growing, market-disrupting, global company where talented professionals collaborate to build innovative software solutions that impact customers worldwide. You will have the opportunity to work with modern technologies, influence product quality at scale, and drive automation excellence across the organization.

As part of a high-performing engineering team, you will be empowered to take ownership of automation initiatives, continuously improve testing practices, and contribute to faster, more reliable software delivery. If you are passionate about quality engineering, automation, and solving complex technical challenges, you may be our next NiCEr!

Enjoy NiCE-FLEX!

At NiCE, we work according to the NiCE-FLEX hybrid model , which enables maximum flexibility: 2 days working from the office and 3 days of remote work each week . Office days focus on collaboration, innovation, and building strong connections with teammates in a dynamic and engaging environment.

Requisition ID: 11377 Reporting into: Engineering Group Leader Role Type: Individual Contributor (IC) About NiCE

NICE Ltd. (NASDAQ: NICE) software products are used by 25,000+ global businesses, including 85 of the Fortune 100 corporations, to deliver extraordinary customer experiences, fight financial crime and ensure public safety. Every day, NiCE software manages more than 120 million customer interactions and monitors 3+ billion financial transactions.

Known as an innovation powerhouse that excels in AI, cloud and digital, NiCE is consistently recognized as the market leader in its domains, with over 8,500 employees across 30+ countries.

NiCE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, neurotype, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.