QA Automation - Lead

Bridgesoftsol; India; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in India is seeking an experienced Automation Tester to design and develop test plans, perform various levels of testing, and enhance test automation strategies. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience, strong expertise in Java and Selenium WebDriver, and a solid understanding of CI/CD processes. This permanent role offers the opportunity to work in Agile environments and collaborate with cross-functional teams to fulfill project requirements.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in software testing, especially in automation.
• Proficient in writing automated test scripts and maintaining automation frameworks.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and STLC processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop test plans and automation test cases.
• Execute manual and automated test cases and maintain test documentation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and clarify testing requirements.
• Perform functional, integration, and regression testing.

Skills

Java-based automation testing

Selenium WebDriver

TestNG/JUnit

Bug tracking with Jira

SQL for backend data validation

CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins)

Performance testing with JMeter

API testing with Postman

Tools

Java

Selenium

Jira

Maven/Gradle

Job description

• Design and develop detailed test plans and automation test cases based on software requirements, user stories, and technical specifications.
• Perform functional, integration, system, and regression testing of software applications using automation frameworks.
• Write and execute automated test scripts using Java, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG/JUnit, and other Java-based testing tools to maximize efficiency and test coverage.
• Develop and maintain robust automation frameworks and reusable components.
• Work with build tools like Maven/Gradle, and integrate tests with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins).
• Identify, log, and manage defects using tools like Jira, and collaborate with developers to resolve issues promptly.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including developers, clients, product managers, and stakeholders to gather and clarify testing requirements.
• Understand end-to-end product integrations and conduct thorough integration testing.
• Execute both manual and automated test cases and maintain detailed test documentation.
• Perform regression testing to ensure new code changes do not negatively impact existing functionality.
• Assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and verify that user and business requirements are fulfilled.
• Continuously improve test automation strategies, tools, and practices for better efficiency and scalability.
• Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation of test cases, test results, and defect reports.
• Ensure all necessary testing tools, frameworks, and environments are properly set up and maintained.
• Conduct performance, load, and stress testing when needed using tools like JMeter.
• Follow and enforce best practices in QA processes and company quality standards.
• Mentor junior QA team members and provide technical guidance.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, with initiative to own and drive tasks to completion.
• Work effectively in Agile/Scrum development environments.

Required Skills:

• Strong expertise in Java-based automation testing.
• Proficiency in Selenium WebDriver with Java, TestNG/JUnit, and test automation frameworks.
• Experience with bug tracking tools like Jira and version control systems like Git.
• Hands-on experience with SQL for backend data validation.
• Deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and STLC.
• Strong skills in regression testing, functional testing, and test case design.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration skills.

Secondary Skills:

• Experience with API testing using Postman or SoapUI.
• Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter.
• Basic exposure to IAM or SailPoint (optional but preferred).
• Awareness of security testing practices and test data management.

Years of Exp:

• 5 - 8 Years

Employment Type:

• Permanent

Bridgesoft is a leading provider of technology, consulting, and information security managementsolutions. Bridgesoft's products and services cover a range of areas from physical and logical access and identity management to security risks and threats.

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