Senior Test Automation Engineer

Persistent Systems Limited; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Growth opportunities and ongoing教育

Employee engagement initiatives

Insurance coverage: group term life,个人

Personal accident insurance

Mediclaim hospitalization

Long Service awards

Job summary

Persistent Systems Limited in Pune seeks a Senior Test Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using WebDriverIO, Java, and Cucumber BDD, aligning with project requirements. The role involves building scalable frameworks, integrating with CI/CD, mentoring juniors, and collaborating with developers, product owners, and QA teams to ensure high-quality software deliveries.

You will participate in Agile ceremonies, perform regression testing, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in Software Testing and Test Automation.
• Proficiency in Java programming and object-oriented concepts.
• Strong experience with Cucumber and Behavior Driven Development (BDD).
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining scalable test automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using WebDriverIO, Java, and Cucumber BDD.
• Build and enhance scalable test automation frameworks aligned with project requirements.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product owners to create comprehensive test plans.
• Execute automated test suites and analyze results to identify defects and areas for improvement.
• Develop reusable automation components to improve testing efficiency.
• Participate in requirement analysis, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies.
• Maintain and improve existing automation frameworks and testing processes.
• Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines and development workflows.
• Conduct code reviews and provide feedback on automation quality and standards.
• Support regression, functional, integration, and end-to-end testing activities.
• Identify, document, track, and validate defects through the SDLC.
• Collaborate with DevOps to improve release quality and deployment confidence.
• Prepare automation reports, execution summaries, and quality metrics.
• Mentor junior team members on automation frameworks and QA best practices.

Skills

WebDriverIO

Java

BDD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Tools

Cucumber

Job description

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Automation Engineer with strong expertise in WebDriverIO, Java, and Cucumber BDD to join our Quality Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining robust test automation frameworks, improving software quality, and driving automation best practices across projects. This role requires hands-on experience in automation testing, framework development, Agile methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and QA teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and high-quality software delivery.

• Role: Senior Test Automation Engineer
• Experience: 5 to 7 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using WebDriverIO, Java, and Cucumber BDD.
• Build and enhance scalable test automation frameworks aligned with project requirements.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product owners to understand requirements and create comprehensive test plans.
• Execute automated test suites and analyze test results to identify defects and areas for improvement.
• Develop reusable automation components and libraries to improve testing efficiency.
• Participate in requirement analysis, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies.
• Maintain and continuously improve existing automation frameworks and testing processes.
• Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines and development workflows.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback on automation code quality and standards.
• Support regression, functional, integration, and end-to-end testing activities.
• Identify, document, track, and validate defects through the software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to improve release quality and deployment confidence.
• Prepare automation reports, execution summaries, and quality metrics.
• Mentor junior team members on automation frameworks, coding standards, and QA best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on test automation and quality engineering excellence.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 5 to 7 years of experience in Software Testing and Test Automation.
• Proficiency in Java programming and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Strong experience with Cucumber and Behavior Driven Development (BDD) methodologies.
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining scalable test automation frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and QA processes.
• Experience with functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Hands-on experience with Git or other version control systems.
• Experience working in Agile and Scrum-based development environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and automated testing pipelines.
• Knowledge of test execution, reporting, and defect management processes.
• Experience with performance testing tools and methodologies is an added advantage.
• Experience with mobile test automation is preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software through effective automation practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to software quality.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience mentoring team members and promoting automation best practices across projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."