Software Test Automation Engineer

NTT DATA Global Delivery Services Ltd; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA Global Delivery Services Ltd. seeks a Testing Engineering Specialist in Chennai to build and maintain automation frameworks using Java, Selenium, TestNG, and Cucumber.

You will implement BDD with Gherkin and automate API tests with Rest Assured, ensuring comprehensive test coverage across web and backend systems. You will participate in Agile ceremonies, work with CI/CD pipelines, and contribute to QA process improvement while maintaining test scripts in Git.

Qualifications

• Design, develop, and maintain automation test frameworks using Java, Selenium, TestNG, and Cucumber (BDD).
• Implement BDD test scenarios with Gherkin, aligning with requirements.
• Automate API testing for RESTful services using REST Assured and validate data.
• Execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing across web and backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation test frameworks using Java, Selenium, TestNG, and Cucumber (BDD).
• Implement BDD test scenarios with Gherkin, collaborating with business and development teams.
• Automate API testing for RESTful services using REST Assured.
• Execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end tests for web and backend systems.
• Perform database validation using SQL; validate Cassandra NoSQL data where applicable.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing practices.

Skills

Java

Selenium

TestNG

Cucumber (BDD)

API testing

SQL

Git

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

REST Assured

Gherkin

Jenkins

Job description

Testing Engineering Specialist

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization,

We are currently seeking a Testing Engineering Specialist to join our team in Chennai, Tamil Nādu (IN-TN), India (IN).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation test frameworks using Java, Selenium, TestNG, and Cucumber (BDD).
• Implement BDD test scenarios with Gherkin, working closely with business and development teams to ensure test coverage aligns with requirements.
• Automate API testing for RESTful services using Rest Assured.
• Execute functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing across web and backend systems.
• Perform database validation and backend data verification using SQL and Cassandra (NoSQL).
• Analyze test results, log defects with clear reproduction steps, and collaborate with developers for timely resolution.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing practices.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies—stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives—and contribute to the overall quality strategy.
• Maintain test code using Git, following best practices for version control and team collaboration.
• Continuously improve test coverage, framework performance, and QA processes.

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nādu (IN-TN), India (IN)

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100.

We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation.

We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services.

our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.

As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries.

We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.

NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites.

This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs.

While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements.

For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs.

At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees.

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Experience Level Mid Level