SW Quality Engineer IV - Automation

Candescent Technologies Corporation; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Candescent Technologies Corporation is seeking a Senior Software Quality Engineer in Hyderabad, India, to ensure high-quality delivery across ATM and digital banking ecosystems. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in automation testing, manual testing, and ATM domain knowledge.

Responsibilities include designing and executing comprehensive test plans and managing QA lab environments. The position requires at least 9 years of experience in Software Quality Engineering and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Join us to shape the future of Intelligent Banking.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in Software Quality Engineering or equivalent role.
• 9+ years of experience in QA processes, methodologies, and standards.
• 6+ years of experience in test automation, CI/CD, and tools like Jenkins.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Perform functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Execute manual test cases on ATM and Banking systems.
• Set up and manage test environments, including hardware labs.

Skills

Manual testing

Automation testing

Hardware Testing

ATM domain expertise

AI-assisted QA practices

Playwright

API automation (REST, SOAP)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Selenium

Jenkins

Cucumber

Maven

Rest Assured

SOAP UI

Kubernetes

Job description

## SW Quality Engineer IV - AutomationApplylocations: IN - Hyderabad - Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0001875Candescent is a forward-thinking technology company transforming how financial institutions deliver Intelligent Banking experiences. We unite digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions that power and connect digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions—creating seamless engagement across digital, remote, and in-person channels.Our Experience-Led, Intelligence-Driven approach combines human-centered design with data, automation, and cloud-based innovation. Built on an API-first architecture, our extensible ecosystem enables institutions to adapt quickly, integrate easily, and unlock new opportunities for growth—turning every customer interaction into a moment of clarity, confidence, and connection.**Software Quality Engineer (Automation, AI‐Driven Testing)****LOCATION:** Hyderabad, India **GRADE:** 12**Position Summary & Key Areas of Responsibility**We are seeking an experienced **Senior** **Software Quality Engineer** with deep expertise in **ATM applications, cheque processing, fintech systems, and modern automation frameworks**, who can ensure high-quality delivery across **ATM, switching, and digital banking ecosystems**.This role requires a strong combination of:* **Manual + Automation testing + Hardware Testing*** **ATM and Banking domain expertise (hardware + transaction flows)*** **AI-assisted QA practices (Copilot, Cursor)*** **Next-gen frameworks like Playwright****Key Responsibilities*** Be part of an Agile team, actively participating in Sprint ceremonies and owning test deliverables.* Manage assigned tasks, track progress, and proactively report risks to timelines.* Design, develop, and execute **comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts**.* Perform: + Functional, regression, and integration testing + Volume, performance, and reliability testing* Execute **manual test cases on ATM and Banking systems**, including: + Transaction flows (withdrawal, deposit, balance inquiry, transfers) + Card handling, PIN validation, and error scenarios + Hardware-software interaction validation (cash dispenser, card reader, receipt printer) + Field testing and lab-based ATM validation environments* Set up and manage **test environments**, including hardware labs, virtual systems, and networking configurations.* Use automation to improve testing efficiency and reduce repetitive processes.* Perform **API testing and automation** for SOAP and REST services.* Manage physical and virtual QA lab environments, including ATM devices and simulators.* Execute and analyze load/performance tests, providing actionable insights.* Apply strong debugging and troubleshooting skills to assist development teams.* Contribute to quality metrics, dashboards, and status reporting (daily/weekly/monthly).* Continuously improve test strategies, frameworks, and quality processes.**Basic Qualifications*** Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.* 9+ years of experience in Software Quality Engineering or equivalent role.* 9+ years of experience in QA processes, methodologies, and standards.* 6+ years of experience in **test automation, CI/CD, and tools like Jenkins**.**Core Testing Expertise*** Strong experience in: + GUI, backend, and database testing + Enterprise application testing + Functional, integration, and end-to-end test design* Experience in **API automation** (REST, SOAP)* Exposure to **Fintech / Banking / ATM domain*** Experience with **ATM simulators, switch systems, or payment networks****Automation & Tools*** Expertise in automation frameworks and tools such as: + **Selenium, TestNG, Cucumber, BDD, Testcafe** + Rest Assured, SOAP UI + Jenkins, Maven* **Hands-on experience with Playwright (NEW)** for modern UI automation and cross-browser testing* Experience with Kubernetes-based deployments and testing environments* Strong understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices**Additional Skills*** Strong understanding of performance testing systems* Experience with: + Network management + Hardware setups and system installations* Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills* High attention to detail and strong customer-centric mindset**Statement to Third Party Agencies** To ALL recruitment agencies: Candescent only accepts resumes from agencies on the preferred supplier list. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Candescent employees, or any Candescent facility. Candescent is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.