6 to 8 Years Relevant Experience
We are seeking an experienced Senior SDET with strong Java programming skills, a deep understanding of automation frameworks, and solid experience in testing backend services, APIs, and data pipelines. This role requires a detail-oriented engineer who can contribute across the testing lifecycle, from strategy and planning to execution and continuous improvement.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 6–8 years of hands-on experience as an SDET or QA Automation Engineer.
- Strong proficiency in Java for building robust test automation frameworks.
- Expertise in API testing using tools such as Postman, RestAssured, or similar.
- Experience in writing complex SQL queries for backend data validation.
- Familiarity with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, CloudWatch, Lambda) for test environment management and log monitoring.
- Exposure to data flow validation or data pipeline QA tools such as DataFog, Informatica, Apache NiFi, or equivalents.
- Working knowledge of JIRA and test case management tools like TestRail, Zephyr, or XRay.
- Strong understanding of SDLC and STLC, particularly within Agile environments.
- Ability to perform both manual and automated testing as needed.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and maintain test automation frameworks for backend APIs and microservices using Java.
- Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and automated scripts for functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.
- Conduct manual testing to validate edge cases, critical workflows, and exploratory scenarios.
- Use tools like Postman for RESTful API testing, including status code validation, payload structure, and response performance.
- Perform SQL-based data validation and backend data consistency checks.
- Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
- Leverage AWS infrastructure for test setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Track and manage test execution, defects, and release readiness through JIRA and associated test management platforms.
- Validate and monitor data pipelines using tools such as DataFog, Informatica, or Apache NiFi.
- Identify, document, and triage bugs; work closely with engineers for quick resolution.
- Continuously enhance automation coverage and strategy to reduce regression time and improve overall product quality.