Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Key Responsibilities:
Manage QA efforts across multiple parallel projects
Define, implement, and manage comprehensive test strategies and test plans
Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks using Selenium,TestNG, or Cypress
Conduct end-to-end API testing using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or Swagger
Perform performance/load testing using tools such as JMeter or equivalent
Ensure integration of test suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
Own and manage the defect lifecycle using tools like JIRA or Azure DevOps
Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and align expectations
Mentor and coach junior QA engineers, ensuring adherence to QA best practices and standards
Maintain clear documentation of test plans, cases, results, and QA metrics.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in QA
Strong knowledge of manual testing, functional, UI, and regression testing
Proficiency in test automation with frameworks like Selenium, TestNG, or Cypress
Experience in REST API testing using Postman, Swagger, or scripting with RestAssured
Hands-on experience with JMeter or equivalent performance testing tools
Familiar with CI/CD tools and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
Good understanding of SDLC, STLC, and defect life cycle
Exposure to Agile/Scrum environments
Excellent communication, reporting, and team collaboration skills
Preferred/ Optional Skills:
Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
Experience with test case management tools like TestRail or Zephyr
Exposure to security testing or accessibility compliance