Senior Automation Test Engineer (API & UI) - VOIS

Vodafone Group Plc; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) seeks an experienced Automation Testing professional to design, develop and maintain scalable automation frameworks in Pune (EON). The role focuses on Java, Selenium, Cucumber for UI and API testing across REST APIs, with CI/CD integration and cloud awareness.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of hands-on automation testing experience, strong Java skills, and knowledge of AWS, Jenkins and GitLab to support high-quality software releases in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5–7 years hands-on automation testing experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java and Selenium for UI automation.
• Experience in API testing using REST APIs and REST Assured.
• Expertise in Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) frameworks such as Cucumber.
• Good understanding of microservices architecture and messaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain automated test frameworks using Java, Selenium and Cucumber.
• Create and execute automated test cases to ensure comprehensive API and UI test coverage.
• Collaborate with product owners, developers and designers to understand requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Integrate automated test suites within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery practices.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve automation framework, script and environment-related issues.
• Contribute to test automation standards, best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and mentor team members in automation testing approaches and technologies.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure quality objectives are met across releases.

Skills

Java

Selenium

Cucumber

API testing

BDD

Microservices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

REST Assured

Jenkins

GitLab

AWS

Job description

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next‑generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry‑first model which brings together the best of in‑house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

About this Role

We are seeking an experienced Automation Testing professional to design, develop and maintain scalable automation frameworks across both API and UI testing layers. This opportunity is based in Pune (EON) and is suited to individuals with 5-7 years of experience in automation testing using Java, Selenium, Cucumber and REST APIs. The role offers the chance to work within a modern technology landscape, leveraging BDD practices, cloud technologies and CI/CD processes to deliver high‑quality software solutions in a collaborative environment.

What you will do

• Design, develop and maintain automated test frameworks using Java, Selenium and Cucumber.
• Create and execute automated test cases to ensure comprehensive API and UI test coverage.
• Collaborate with product owners, developers and designers to understand requirements and clarify acceptance criteria.
• Integrate automated test suites within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery practices.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve automation framework, script and environment‑related issues.
• Contribute to test automation standards, best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and mentor team members in automation testing approaches and technologies.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure quality objectives are met across releases.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of hands‑on experience in automation testing.
• Strong proficiency in Java and Selenium for UI automation.
• Practical experience in API testing and automation using REST Assured or similar tools.
• Expertise in Behaviour‑Driven Development (BDD) frameworks such as Cucumber.
• Good understanding of microservices architecture and messaging systems.
• Familiarity with AWS cloud services and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and GitLab.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work successfully in a fast‑paced, multi‑stakeholder environment.

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to work on modern automation frameworks covering both UI and API testing.
• Exposure to cloud‑based technologies and scalable testing solutions.
• Collaboration with cross‑functional teams across product, engineering and design functions.
• Involvement in CI/CD transformation and quality engineering best practices.
• Opportunity to contribute to strategic quality initiatives within a global technology organisation.
• Mentoring and knowledge‑sharing opportunities within a collaborative team environment.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced automation framework design and maintenance.
• CI/CD integration and test orchestration techniques.
• Cloud‑native testing practices within AWS environments.
• Enhanced expertise in REST API automation and microservices testing.
• Stakeholder engagement and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Test strategy development and quality engineering best practices at scale.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio‑economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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