Software Engineer in Test

UST; Chennai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is seeking an Automation Test Engineer / SDET with hands‑on experience in Selenium or Playwright to design, build, and maintain test automation for distributed systems. You will write automated tests across the UI, APIs, and databases, and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines to help teams ship high‑quality software faster.

Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java or Python; implement UI tests with Selenium/Playwright; build BDD suites with Cucumber/Behave; write API and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in test automation using Java or Python.
• Hands-on experience with Selenium or Playwright for web UI automation.
• Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber or Behave.
• Experience writing automated tests for APIs and database layers (API Testing, Database Testing).
• Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java or Python.
• Implement and execute automated web UI tests using Selenium or Playwright.
• Build and manage BDD test suites using Cucumber or Behave.
• Write automated tests for APIs, databases, and distributed systems.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Set up and manage test environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Analyze test results, identify root causes, and work with developers to resolve defects.
• Continuously improve test automation frameworks, tools, and processes.
• Document test cases, test scripts, and test results.

Skills

API Testing

Agile

AWS

Database Testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Job description

Mandatory Skills

API Testing, Agile, AWS, Database Testing

Notice Period

Immediate to 15 days

Who we are

At UST, we help the world’s best organizations grow and succeed through transformation. Bringing together the right talent, tools, and ideas, we work with our client to co-create lasting change. Together, with over 30,000 employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process. Visit us at UST.com

Summary

UST is seeking an Automation Test Engineer / SDET with hands‑on experience in Selenium or Playwright to design, build, and maintain test automation for distributed systems. You will write automated tests across the UI, APIs, and databases, and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines to help teams ship high‑quality software faster.

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Java or Python
• Implement and execute automated web UI tests using Selenium or Playwright
• Build and manage BDD test suites using Cucumber or Behave
• Write automated tests for APIs, databases, and distributed systems
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps)
• Set up and manage test environments using Docker and Kubernetes
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage
• Analyze test results, identify root causes, and work with developers to resolve defects
• Continuously improve test automation frameworks, tools, and processes
• Document test cases, test scripts, and test results

Mandatory Skills

• Proven experience in test automation using Java or Python
• Hands‑on experience with Selenium or Playwright for web UI automation
• Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber or Behave
• Experience writing automated tests for APIs and database layers (API Testing, Database Testing)
• Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with CI/CD tools and processes
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field

Desired Skills

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner
• Experience with version control systems such as Git
• Familiarity with other test automation tools and frameworks
• Understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Familiarity with software design patterns

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (e.g., Software Engineering, Information Technology, or Electrical Engineering with a software focus).

What we believe

We’re proud to embrace the same values that have shaped UST since the beginning. Since day one, we’ve been building enduring relationships and a culture of integrity. And today, it's those same values that are inspiring us to encourage innovation from everyone, to champion diversity and inclusion and to place people at the centre of everything we do.

Humility

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity

We honour our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation.

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

To support and promote the values of UST.

Comply with all Company policies and procedures