Senior Quality Engineer I - ROBOT or Python, Selenium

UnitedHealth Group; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain scalable automated test suites using Python and Robot Framework. You will integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines, execute cross‑browser validations on Sauce Labs, and perform SQL-based data validation.

The role requires 7+ years of test automation experience, strong Python, Selenium, REST API testing, and cloud platform expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in test automation.
• Hands-on with Robot Framework and Selenium.
• Experience with Sauce Labs or similar cloud platforms.
• REST API testing with Postman or REST-assured.
• Experience in US healthcare domain.
• Cloud platforms and DevOps practices.
• Experience building/integrating AI solutions.
• Proficient in Python and SQL; CI/CD familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated tests with Python and Robot Framework.
• Implement Selenium-based UI automation for web apps.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Execute tests on cloud platforms (Sauce Labs) for cross-browser validation.
• Perform database validation and testing using SQL.
• Analyze test results and report defects with documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for quality releases.
• Enhance automation frameworks and test coverage.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and share best practices.
• Comply with company policies and flexible work arrangements.

Skills

Python

Robot Framework

Selenium

REST API testing

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

SQL

Git

AI integration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Postman

REST-assured

Sauce Labs

Azure/AWS/GCP

Job description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test suites using Python and ROBOT Framework
• Implement and maintain Selenium-based UI automation for web applications
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar
• Execute tests on cloud platforms such as Sauce Labs for cross-browser and cross-platform validation
• Perform database validation and testing using SQL and other tools
• Analyze test results, identify root causes, and report defects with detailed documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality product releases
• Continuously enhance automation frameworks and test coverage
• Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to automation best practices
• Comply with all applicable Company policies, procedures, and business directives, changes including those relating to work location, team assignments, work schedules, and flexible work arrangements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in test automation
• Hands‑on experience with ROBOT Framework and Selenium
• Experience with Sauce Labs or similar cloud‑based test execution platforms
• Experience with REST API testing and tools like Postman or REST‑assured
• Experience in US healthcare
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and modern DevOps practices
• Experience building or integrating AI solutions, such as:
• Automating workflows using AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Hugging Face, Azure AI)
• Embedding AI into applications (e.g., chatbots, recommendation systems)
• Leveraging AI for data analysis, testing, or code generation
• Solid programming skills in Python
• Solid understanding of SQL and experience with database testing
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and processes
• Knowledge of vector databases, embeddings, or RAG‑based systems
• Working knowledge of various tools such as ALM, Rally etc.
• Understand and apply AI concepts relevant to their domain
• Use AI‑powered tools such as GitHub Copilot, M365 Copilot, or similar to enhance productivity and code quality
• Familiarity with prompt engineering and using LLMs for development tasks
• Demonstrate prompt engineering skills, including crafting effective prompts for AI tools
• Proven solid analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Proven excellent communication and collaboration abilities

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone‑of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income‑deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.