Python Automation Engineer

Persistent Systems; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work with flexible hours

Education and certification support

Long Service awards

Insurance coverage: group term life, &

Job summary

Persistent Systems is seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Selenium and Python. You will create Playwright-based solutions and integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes agile practices, regression testing, and proactive defect analysis, with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge tech and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years in software testing and test automation with strong Selenium experience.
• Strong Python programming skills and Playwright experience required.
• Experience integrating tests with CI/CD pipelines and API testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using Selenium and Python.
• Develop and execute automated scripts for functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Create Playwright-based automation solutions for web apps.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with developers, QA, product owners and analysts to define test strategies.
• Analyze results, identify defects, and support root-cause analysis.
• Improve automation coverage, framework reusability, and efficiency.
• Support release validation, smoke/regression tests, and production verification.
• Document automation tests, test plans, and execution reports.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and backlog reviews.

Skills

Python programming

Selenium framework development

Playwright

API testing

CI/CD integration

Agile/Scrum

STLC & QA methodologies

Communication & stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Git

Jenkins

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer who can Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using Selenium and Python.

• Role: Python Automation Engineer
• Location: All Persistent Locations
• Experience: 5 to 10 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using Selenium and Python.
• Develop and execute automated test scripts for functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Create and maintain Playwright-based automation solutions for web applications.
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with developers, QA teams, product owners, and business analysts to define test strategies.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and support root cause analysis.
• Improve automation coverage, framework reusability, and framework efficiency.
• Support release validation, smoke testing, regression testing, and production verification activities.
• Create and maintain automation documentation, test plans, and execution reports.
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog reviews.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 5 to 8 years of experience in Software Testing and Test Automation.
• Strong hands‑on experience in Selenium Automation Framework development.
• Excellent programming skills in Python.
• Mandatory hands‑on experience with Playwright.
• Experience in Functional, Regression, Integration, and End‑to‑End Testing.
• Experience integrating automated tests with CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of API Testing and Automation.
• Experience with defect tracking and test management tools.
• Familiarity with Git and version control systems.
• Strong understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) and QA methodologies.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company‑sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”