Qa Automation Testing Engineer

Ekinops Networks India; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ekinops Networks India is seeking a QA Test Automation Engineer in Bengaluru to design and maintain automated test frameworks for Web UI, REST APIs, and network features in an international, agile environment.

You will contribute to test strategy, integrate tests into CI/CD, and collaborate with developers, product owners, and DevOps, applying Python, Playwright, and Docker in a hybrid on-site role.

Qualifications

• Strong Python development skills and software engineering best practices.
• Experience with Playwright, Robot Framework, Selenium, or equivalent.
• Experience testing REST APIs and working with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.
• Good knowledge of Linux, Docker, Git, and CI/CD environments.
• ISTQB Foundation certification or equivalent QA knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites.
• Validate Web UI, REST APIs, and end-to-end workflows.
• Contribute to test strategy, test plans, and quality assurance activities.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate closely with Developers, Product Owners, and DevOps teams.

Skills

Python

Playwright

Robot Framework

Selenium

REST APIs

OpenAPI/Swagger

Linux

Docker

Git

CI/CD

ISTQB Foundation

Job description

QA Test Automation Engineer

Location: Bangalore

Contract: Full-time

Department: R&D

Telework options: hybrid on site

Looking for an exciting role in a fast-growing high-tech company, offering a variety of assignments and international collaboration?

Job Context

For over 20 years, Ekinops has been driving innovation in network systems. We provide solutions focused on the needs of communication service providers and enterprises worldwide. We provide open, trusted and innovative network connectivity and enable our customers success by delivering high value-added software-driven solutions. Today, over 120 international service providers, including numerous Tier 1 carriers around the world, trust our people and technologies. Over 50% of our 500-strong team works in our multi-national Agile R&D centers. Our company has a strong international background, with sales offices strategically located around the world.

Job Context

Ekinops develops SD-WAN and SASE solutions for communication service providers and enterprises worldwide. Within an international Agile R&D environment, you will help ensure product quality through robust automation across Web UI, REST APIs, and networking features.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites.


• Validate Web UI, REST APIs, and end-to-end workflows.


• Contribute to test strategy, test plans, and quality assurance activities.


• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.


• Collaborate closely with Developers, Product Owners, and DevOps teams.

Profile & Skills

You are a rigorous, curious, and autonomous QA professional with a passion for quality in complex distributed environments.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong Python development skills and software engineering best practices.


• Experience with Playwright, Robot Framework, Selenium, or equivalent.


• Experience testing REST APIs and working with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.


• Good knowledge of Linux, Docker, Git, and CI/CD environments.


• ISTQB Foundation certification or equivalent QA knowledge.

Networking & SDWAN Skills

• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, Routing, NAT, and Firewall concepts.


• Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies and network troubleshooting.


• Experience with Wireshark, tcpdump, or packet analysis tools.


• Experience with iperf3, JMeter, or similar performance testing tools.


• Ability to automate networking scenarios using Python and automation libraries.

Soft Skills

• Strong team spirit and ability to collaborate in an international environment.


• High level of autonomy, rigor, and organizational skills.


• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.


• Proactive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset.

Nice to Have

• Experience with BDD frameworks such as Behave, Cucumber, and Gherkin.


• Knowledge of Grafana, Prometheus, and observability tools.


• Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible or Netmiko.


• Familiarity with Kubernetes and cloud-native environments.


• Experience in Telecom, Networking, SD-WAN, or SASE products.

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