Automation Tester - Selenium Playwright

Kumaran Systems; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Kumaran Systems in Chennai invites an Automation Tester with around 5 years of experience in test automation to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web applications. You will work with Selenium WebDriver, Java, Python, Playwright, and CI/CD, and collaborate with developers, analysts, and QA teams to ensure high-quality software.

The role includes building test frameworks, executing automated and manual tests, and contributing to Agile ceremonies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software testing and automation.
• Proficiency with Selenium WebDriver.
• Programming in Java or Python for automation scripting.
• Experience with test automation frameworks (TestNG/JUnit).
• Familiarity with API testing tools (Postman/Rest Assured).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven).
• Knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation scripts for web applications.
• Build and enhance test automation frameworks, preferably in Playwright.
• Execute automated and manual test cases to ensure quality.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA teams.
• Identify, document, and track defects using defect tracking tools.
• Integrate automation scripts with CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform regression, functional, and integration testing.
• Maintain and improve test coverage and automation efficiency.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.

Skills

Selenium WebDriver

Java

Python

Playwright

CI/CD

TestNG/JUnit

BDD (Cucumber)

API testing

Jira

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Postman

Rest Assured

Jenkins

Git

Maven

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Automation Tester (5+ Years of Experience)

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Automation Tester with around 5 years of experience in test automation and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts to ensure the quality and reliability of web applications. The role requires strong expertise in Selenium WebDriver, Python, Playwright, Automation frameworks, and CI/CD integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation test scripts using Selenium WebDriver, Java & Python.
  

• Build and enhance test automation frameworks for web applications, preferentially in Playwright.
  

• Execute automated and manual test cases to ensure software quality.
  

• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA teams to understand requirements and test scenarios.
  

• Identify, document, and track defects and issues using defect tracking tools.
  

• Integrate automation scripts with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar tools).
  

• Perform regression testing, functional testing, and integration testing.
  

• Maintain and improve test coverage and automation efficiency.
  

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning and stand-ups.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software testing and automation.
  

• Strong hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver.
  

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C# for automation scripting.
  

• Experience with test automation frameworks (TestNG, JUnit, or similar).
  

• Experience with BDD frameworks like Cucumber (preferred).
  

• Knowledge of API testing using tools like Postman or Rest Assured.
  

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, or Maven.
  

• Experience in defect tracking tools such as JIRA or Bugzilla.
  

• Understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter or similar).
  

• Exposure to cloud-based testing environments.
  

• Knowledge of Docker or container-based test environments.
  

• ISTQB or other software testing certifications.
  

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  

• Ability to work in fast-paced Agile environments
  

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.