Automation Test Analyst

Cognizant; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Chennai is seeking an Automation Tester with 4–10 years of experience in C# and Selenium. The role involves developing automated test scripts, API testing, and collaborating with teams. Candidates must have expertise in automation frameworks and a good understanding of Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• 4–10 years of relevant experience in Automation Testing in C# Selenium is a must.
• Strong proficiency in C# and object-oriented programming.
• Experience in API automation, web automation, and database validation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver with C#.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Conduct API testing using RestSharp or HttpClient.

Skills

C#

Selenium

API Automation

SpecFlow

NUnit/TestNG

SQL

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Azure DevOps

Jenkins

Git

Tools

RestSharp

HttpClient

Postman

SoapUI

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Cognizant

Primary Skill: C#, Selenium, API Automation (All are Mandatory Skills)

Work Location: Chennai (only Chennai candidates can apply)

Mode of interview: F2F

Job Description:

• Minimum 4 – 10 years of relevant experience in Automation Testing in C# Selenium is must.
• Strong proficiency in C# and object-oriented programming.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver with C#.
• Hands‑on experience with Selenium WebDriver, SpecFlow, and NUnit/TestNG.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Experience in API automation, web automation, and database validation.
• Conduct API testing using RestSharp or HttpClient.
• Ability to evaluate and choose appropriate test automation frameworks based on project needs.
• Skilled in test automation planning and estimation.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jenkins, and Git.
• Good understanding of SQL/Oracle/NoSQL databases.
• Exposure to tools like Postman, SoapUI for API testing.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Information Technology

Industry

• IT System Testing and Evaluation

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