Automation Tester

NTT DATA North America; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA North America seeks an Automation Tester in Irving, TX to design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend testing. You will identify test scenarios for automation, develop scripts in Java/Python, and execute functional, regression, and system testing.

Join an Agile team working with DevOps, cloud-based test execution, and CI/CD pipelines to ensure high quality releases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in test automation / SDET roles.
• 4-5 years of strong programming skills in Java or Python.
• 5+ years of experience with UI automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress.
• 3-5 years of strong API automation experience using REST Assured, Postman, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of BDD/TDD frameworks (Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit, PyTest).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
• 5+ years of working knowledge of SQL and database testing.
• 3-5 years of experience testing microservices and distributed systems.
• Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• 3-5 years of experience with Docker and containers (Kubernetes is a plus).
• Understanding of performance and security testing basics (JMeter, OWASP concepts).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend testing.
• Identify test scenarios suitable for automation and ensure high automation coverage.
• Develop automated test scripts using Java/Python (or similar languages).
• Perform functional, regression, smoke, integration, and system testing.
• Execute automated and limited manual tests where required.
• Participate in requirement analysis, test planning, and test strategy discussions.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.
• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.).
• Enable shift-left testing and continuous quality checks.
• Work with DevOps teams to support containerized and cloud-based test execution.
• Work as part of Agile/Scrum teams, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with developers to debug issues and improve testability.
• Provide clear test metrics, reports, and quality insights to stakeholders.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to test tools, frameworks, and processes.
• Stay updated with latest trends in test automation and quality engineering.
• Mentor junior QA/Automation engineers when needed.

Skills

Test Automation

Java/Python

UI Automation

API Automation

BDD/TDD

CI/CD

Git

SQL/DB Testing

Microservices

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker

Kubernetes

Selenium

Playwright

Cypress

REST Assured

Postman

JUnit/TestNG

PyTest

Tools

REST Assured

Postman

JUnit

TestNG

PyTest

Job description

Company Overview

Req ID: 389605

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.

NTT DATA's Client is currently seeking an Automation Tester to join their team in Irving, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reusable automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend testing
• Identify test scenarios suitable for automation and ensure high automation coverage
• Develop automated test scripts using Java/Python (or similar languages)
• Perform functional, regression, smoke, integration, and system testing
• Execute automated and limited manual tests where required
• Participate in requirement analysis, test planning, and test strategy discussions
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices
• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, etc.)
• Enable shift-left testing and continuous quality checks
• Work with DevOps teams to support containerized and cloud-based test execution
• Work as part of Agile/Scrum teams, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Collaborate with developers to debug issues and improve testability
• Provide clear test metrics, reports, and quality insights to stakeholders
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to test tools, frameworks, and processes
• Stay updated with latest trends in test automation and quality engineering
• Mentor junior QA/Automation engineers when needed

Technical Skills

• 5+ years of experience in test automation / SDET roles
• 4-5 years of Strong programming skills in Java or Python
• 5+ years of experience with UI automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress
• 3-5 years of Strong API automation experience using REST Assured, Postman, or similar tools
• Knowledge of BDD/TDD frameworks (Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit, PyTest)
• 5+ years of Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows
• 5+ years of working knowledge of SQL and database testing
• 3-5 years of experience testing microservices and distributed systems
• Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP
• 3-5 years of experience with Docker and containers (Kubernetes is a plus)
• Understanding of performance and security testing basics (JMeter, OWASP concepts)

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.

Visit us at us.nttdata.com

NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For EEO Policy Statement. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law.

For Pay Transparency information.