Software Quality Engineer - Automation Testing

<p><p><b>Position :</b> Software Quality Engineer AI-Driven Test Automation<br/><br/><b>Experience :</b> 3+ Years<br/><br/><b>Location :</b> India (Remote)<br/><br/><b>Duration :</b> Offshore Contract Role<br/><br/><b>Job Summary :</b><br/><br/>Our client is seeking a passionate and skilled Software Quality Engineer with a focus on AI-driven test automation.

With 3+ years of experience in agile product teams, the ideal candidate will be hands-on with a new, intelligent testing platform to validate both digital commerce experiences and tools used by retail store associates globally.

This role requires proficiency in C# and experience with frameworks like Selenium and Gherkin.

You will be a key player in a global eCommerce domain, using AI and machine learning to elevate exploratory testing and test design, all while working in a collaborative, scaled agile environment.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities :</b><br/><br/><b>Test Automation & Execution :</b> Execute and maintain automated test suites using both an existing Selenium-based framework and an emerging AI-driven test platform.

You will apply intelligent strategies to improve test coverage and efficiency.<br/><br/><b>Test Case Development :</b> Write and maintain test cases using Gherkin syntax in C# and JavaScript, leveraging GitHub Copilot or similar AI coding assistants to accelerate test development and improve code quality.<br/><br/><b>AI-Assisted Testing :</b> Perform AI-assisted exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and usability issues.

You will use machine learning insights to guide test focus and prioritize risk areas.<br/><br/><b>Visual Validation :</b> Use Applitools Eyes for visual validation across responsive web and in-store digital experiences, integrating visual AI into the quality pipeline.<br/><br/><b>Omni-Channel Validation :</b> Validate complex omni-channel workflows such as BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick-up In-Store), BORIS (Buy Online, Return In-Store), and Endless Aisle, using AI to simulate complex user journeys and edge cases.<br/><br/><b>Collaboration & Agile Practices :</b> Work closely with developers, product owners, and fellow QEs. Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment, advocating for AI-driven testing practices across multiple scrum teams.<br/><br/><b>Required Skills & Qualifications :</b><br/><br/>- 3+ years of experience in software quality engineering or test automation, preferably in agile product teams.<br/><br/>- Proficiency in C# for writing and maintaining automated tests.<br/><br/>- Experience with Selenium, Gherkin, and BDD frameworks (SpecFlow, Cucumber).<br/><br/>- Familiarity with AI-assisted testing tools and techniques, including exploratory testing guided by machine learning insights.<br/><br/>- Hands-on experience using GitHub Copilot or similar AI coding assistants.<br/><br/>- Experience with visual testing tools such as Applitools Eyes.<br/><br/>- Strong understanding of functional, integration, and end-to-end testing in web and omni-channel retail environments.<br/><br/>- Ability to collaborate across multiple scrum teams within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).<br/><br/>- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, quality-first mindset.</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)