Senior QA Automation Engineer - Node.js / TypeScript

GSS Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is looking for a Node.js Software Engineer – Testing to join their team, focusing on building and testing scalable, enterprise-grade applications. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in JavaScript and automation testing, along with expertise in tools such as Playwright and Selenium. They should also be proficient in TypeScript and familiar with CI/CD principles, Docker, and Kubernetes. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in Agile environments are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in JavaScript with a strong focus on automation testing.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with TypeScript.
• Solid experience in Automation Testing Techniques and Tools.

Skills

JavaScript

Automation Testing

TypeScript

Playwright

Cucumber

Appium

Selenium

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

CI/CD principles

Docker

Kubernetes

API Gateway integrations

Single Sign-On (SSO)

AWS SQS

Microsoft Azure Service Bus

Pushpin

Kafka

Education

Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field

Job description

We are hiring a Node.js Software Engineer – Testing for one of the leading banks in the UAE, offering an exciting opportunity to work on scalable, enterprise-grade applications within a fast-paced Agile environment.

Education

• Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in JavaScript with a strong focus on automation testing
• At least 1 year of hands‑on experience with TypeScript
• Solid experience in Automation Testing Techniques and Tools such as:
  • Playwright
  • Cucumber
  • Appium
  • Selenium

Technical Skills

• Proven expertise in developing and testing scalable, highly available RESTful APIs and microservices using JavaScript technologies
• Ability to create end-to-end automation test suites using Playwright/Selenium, preferably following the BDD approach
• Practical experience with GraphQL
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and hands‑on troubleshooting in distributed services
• Working knowledge of containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Exposure to API Gateway integrations (e.g., 3Scale)
• Understanding of Single Sign-On (SSO) and token-based authentication (e.g., REST, JWT, OAuth)
• Experience with task/message queues such as AWS SQS, Microsoft Azure Service Bus, Pushpin, or Kafka

Functional Skills

• Follows best practices in coding, unit testing, security, and documentation
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Strong ability to research and benchmark tools and technologies against industry standards

Soft Skills

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams on technical decisions, enhancing productivity through deep technical knowledge
• A self-starter who can take ownership and drive results without direct supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of presenting ideas to senior and executive management