Automation Test Engineer/ Lead

DATAECONOMY is one of the fastest-growing Data & Analytics company with global presence. We are well-differentiated and are known for our Thought leadership, out-of-the-box products, cutting-edge solutions, accelerators, innovative use cases, and cost-effective service offerings.

We offer products and solutions in Cloud, Data Engineering, Data Governance, AI/ML, DevOps and Blockchain to large corporates across the globe. Strategic Partners with AWS, Collibra, cloudera, neo4j, DataRobot, Global IDs, tableau, MuleSoft and Talend.

Role: Lead Automation Test Engineer

Experience: 5 – 12 Years

Job Location: Pune

Mode Of work: Hybrid

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Software Test Engineer with a strong background in Selenium and API Automation Testing using Java. As a key member of our testing team, you will be responsible for leading and executing test strategies, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products. The ideal candidate should have in-depth knowledge of automation testing, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for driving excellence in testing practices.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Define and implement test strategies, methodologies, and best practices for Selenium and API automation testing by developing an effective automation framework.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver and Java.
• Create and execute automated test scripts for web applications, ensuring comprehensive test coverage.
• Develop and implement automated tests for APIs and microservices using tools such as Rest Assured or similar.
• Verify data integrity, security, and performance of APIs through systematic testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test plans, test cases, and test scenarios.
• Execute test cases and ensure the timely identification and resolution of defects.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and deployment.
• Implement and optimize automated regression testing to maintain software stability.
• Work closely with development teams, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and requirements.
• Provide timely and accurate testing status reports to project stakeholders.
• Champion and enforce quality assurance processes and standards throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure the adoption of best coding practices within the testing team.
• Lead and mentor a team of software test engineers, providing technical guidance and support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in leading Selenium and API automation testing efforts.
• Expert in understanding the requirements and developing Automation frame work from scratch
• Strong programming skills in Java and hands-on experience with testing frameworks such as TestNG or JUnit.
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing automation frameworks for web applications.
• Solid understanding of API testing principles and tools.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and build tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement within the testing team.