Senior Test Automation Engineer – Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. in Pune is seeking a seasoned Test Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust automation frameworks for web and API testing. You will collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA peers to ensure high-quality releases and scalable testing strategies.

The role requires deep expertise in Selenium, Cucumber, and Java, with strong SQL and REST API testing experience. You will mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to continuous integration and delivery

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 3 years focused on test automation.
• Experience in Test Automation using Selenium including Framework maintenance, Framework Optimization and Automation Test Execution.
• Expertise in testing tools - Selenium, BDD, Cucumber with good concepts of Java - OOPS concepts.
• Analytical skills with a proactive problem solving approach, embrace knowledge attitude.
• Experience in understanding the business requirements and come up with suitable testing techniques.
• Good hands-on in writing test scenarios.
• Experience in webservice Automation using Rest Assured/Postman.
• Familiarity with DevOps methodologies especially around continuous integration and delivery.
• String knowledge in testing relational databases using SQL.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for different use cases - web, API testing etc.
• Identify manual testing processes that can be automated and implement effective automation solutions
• Create and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and create comprehensive test strategies
• Perform manual testing when necessary, especially for exploratory testing and edge cases
• Analyze test results, report bugs, and work with development teams to resolve issues
• Continuously improve the automation framework and testing processes
• Stay up-to-date with the latest testing tools, technologies, and best practices
• Mentor junior QA team members in automation practices and tools

Skills

Selenium

BDD

Cucumber

Java

OOP concepts

Manual testing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

SQL

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Rest Assured

Postman

JUnit/TestNG

Jenkins/CI-CD

BDD frameworks

Job description

Services is a leading provider of cash management, treasury, trade, clearing, depository receipts and commercial cards services. Services has a global network spanning more than 90 countries and is unique in the industry for its reach, interoperability, and flexibility. We provide clients with dynamic information, platforms, tools, and APIs to effectively manage their portfolios, financial positions, working capital and supply chains. CitiDirect serves as the unified digital gateway for clients to access our full suite of services.

We are seeking a skilled Test Automation Engineer to join our QA team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automated testing, with the ability to design, implement, and maintain robust test automation frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for different use cases - web, API testing etc.
• Identify manual testing processes that can be automated and implement effective automation solutions
• Create and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and create comprehensive test strategies
• Perform manual testing when necessary, especially for exploratory testing and edge cases
• Analyze test results, report bugs, and work with development teams to resolve issues
• Continuously improve the automation framework and testing processes
• Stay up-to-date with the latest testing tools, technologies, and best practices
• Mentor junior QA team members in automation practices and tools

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 3 years focused on test automation
• Experience in Test Automation using Selenium including Framework maintenance, Framework Optimization and Automation Test Execution.
• Expertise in testing tools - Selenium, BDD, Cucumber with good concepts of Java - OOPS concepts
• Analytical skills with a proactive problem solving approach, embrace knowledge attitude
• Experience in understanding the business requirements and come up with suitable testing techniques
• Good hands-on in writing test scenarios
• Experience in webservice Automation using Rest Assured/Postman
• Familiarity with DevOps methodologies especially around continuous integration and delivery
• String knowledge in testing relational databases using SQL.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• ISTQB certification or equivalent
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)
• Knowledge of database (Oracle, Mongo) testing and queries
• Solid understanding of payments industry, including various payment systems and processes
• Familiarity with ISO 20022 standards, and their application in payments messaging
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies

Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Technology Quality

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

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