API Automation Tester - Java/Selenium

<p><p><b>About the Role : </b></p><p><br/></p><p>We are seeking a highly skilled API Automation Tester with expertise in Java, Selenium, and API/Web Services automation to join our QA team in Hyderabad.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical proficiency in automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, and API testing, with the ability to mentor teams and drive automation excellence across projects.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities :</b><br/><br/>- Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for UI (Selenium WebDriver with Java) and API/Web Services (REST & SOAP).<br/><br/>- Implement and enhance hybrid/custom automation frameworks for scalable and maintainable test execution.<br/><br/>- Utilize tools such as ReadyAPI (preferred), REST Assured, Postman, or SOAP UI for API testing.<br/><br/>- Apply TestNG/JUnit, Maven/Gradle, Git, Jenkins for test execution, CI/CD integration, and pipeline automation.<br/><br/>- Drive TDD/BDD practices and integrate automated tests into Agile development workflows.<br/><br/>- Perform continuous ST, SIT, and E2E regression automation using Jenkins pipelines.<br/><br/>- Integrate test data dynamically from databases (SQL, Oracle, MySQL) for robust validation.<br/><br/>- Work collaboratively with Developers, Product Owners, and Business Analysts to translate requirements into automated test scenarios.<br/><br/>- Ensure alignment with Agile practices using tools like Jira, Rally, Jenkins, Git.<br/><br/>- Provide mentorship and training to QA teams on automation best practices and emerging tools.<br/><br/><b>Required Skills & Experience</b><br/><br/>- Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in Java, Selenium WebDriver, and API Automation.<br/><br/>- Strong experience in ReadyAPI/REST Assured with deep understanding of REST/SOAP testing.<br/><br/>- Proven knowledge in framework design, maintenance, and scalability.<br/><br/>- Experience with TestNG/JUnit, Maven/Gradle, Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines.<br/><br/>- Exposure to Agile methodologies and tools like Jira/Rally.<br/><br/>- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.<br/><br/>- Ability to mentor team members and contribute to automation strategy.</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)