Senior Engineer- Web application testing

Job description: Automation Test Engineer with 4-6 years of experienceWe are looking for a skilled Automation Test Engineer who will take ownership of our testing processes, ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products. Roles & Responsibilities:Project Ownership: Take complete ownership of testing projects, ensuring thorough coverage and timely delivery of high-quality software.Manual and Automation Testing: Drive both manual and automation testing efforts based on project requirements, balancing the benefits of both approaches.Requirement Analysis: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements and derive test scenarios and cases.Test Script Development: Develop robust and maintainable automation test scripts using Java, Selenium, Playwright, and other relevant tools.CI/CD Integration: Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks within CI/CD pipelines, particularly utilizing GitLab.API Testing: Conduct comprehensive API testing to validate functionality, reliability, and performance.Performance Testing: Design, execute, and analyze performance tests to identify bottlenecks and optimize application performance.Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of test cases, test plans, and test results.Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify areas for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of testing methodologies and best practices.Required SkillsJava Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Java programming language for automation script development.Selenium WebDriver: Extensive experience in Selenium WebDriver for web application testing.Playwright: Proficiency in Playwright for cross-browser web automation testing.CI/CD, Specifically GitLab: In-depth knowledge and experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, with a focus on GitLab.API Testing: Hands-on experience with API testing methodologies and tools.Rest Assured: Proficiency in using Rest Assured for API automation testing.Performance Testing: Familiarity with performance testing concepts and tools such as Jmeter to ensure the scalability and reliability of our software products.Domain Knowledge: Understanding software vulnerabilities and experience in testing products that detect vulnerabilities will be considered an advantage.Expertise in writing test cases in the BDD framework.Understanding of quality assurance and testing processes using SAFe Agile.Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Strong communication and collaboration abilities.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Proven track record of successfully delivering high-quality software products. Required Experience and Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.3+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.Preferably in a product organization.1+ years of SQL experience. Must feel comfortable writing database queries.2 + years of experience using bug-tracking systems such as Jira.Certifications in relevant testing technologies/tools (optional but advantageous).