Automation tester - Chennai

Global Software Solutions Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is looking for a Node.js Software Engineer - Testing to work on scalable, enterprise-grade applications in a fast-paced Agile environment. The ideal candidate has more than 5 years of experience in JavaScript and automation testing, with hands-on experience in TypeScript and various testing tools like Playwright and Selenium. You will develop and test RESTful APIs and microservices while ensuring strong coding best practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in JavaScript with a strong focus on automation testing.
• Hands-on experience with TypeScript is required.
• Experience with automation testing tools such as Playwright and Selenium.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test scalable, highly available RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Create end-to-end automation test suites using Playwright/Selenium.
• Work within an Agile development environment.

Skills

Automation testing

JavaScript

TypeScript

API development

Agile development

RESTful APIs

Microservices

GraphQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field

Tools

Playwright

Cucumber

Appium

Selenium

Job description

Description

We are hiring a Node.js Software Engineer - Testing for one of the leading banks in the UAE, offering an exciting opportunity to work on scalable, enterprise-grade applications within a fast-paced Agile environment.

Education

• Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in JavaScript with a strong focus on automation testing
• At least 1 year of hands‑on experience with TypeScript
• Solid experience in Automation Testing Techniques and Tools such as:
• Playwright
• Cucumber
• Appium
• Selenium

Technical Skills

• Proven expertise in developing and testing scalable, highly available RESTful APIs and microservices using JavaScript technologies
• Ability to create end‑to‑end automation test suites using Playwright/Selenium, preferably following the BDD approach
• Practical experience with GraphQL
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and hands‑on troubleshooting in distributed services
• Working knowledge of containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposure to API Gateway integrations (e.g., 3Scale)
• Understanding of Single Sign‑On (SSO) and token‑based authentication (e.g., REST, JWT, OAuth)
• Experience with task/message queues such as AWS SQS, Microsoft Azure Service Bus, Pushpin, or Kafka

Functional Skills

• Follows best practices in coding, unit testing, security, and documentation
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Strong ability to research and benchmark tools and technologies against industry standards

Soft Skills

• Ability to influence cross‑functional teams on technical decisions, enhancing productivity through deep technical knowledge
• A self‑starter who can take ownership and drive results without direct supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of presenting ideas to senior and executive management