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Automation Testing

Kumaran Systems · Posted today

  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (Hybrid)
  • Hybrid
  • Full-time
  • 4-7 yrs

About the role

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled QA Automation Engineer with hands-on experience in Java, Selenium WebDriver, API automation, SQL and automation frameworks. The role involves UI/API Automation, database testing, STLC activities, regression testing, defect analysis, and automation framework development. Experience with TestNG/JUnit, Git and GenAI tools like ChatGPT/Claude is preferred.

  • Position: Automation Tester
  • Experience: 4-7 years
  • Work Mode: Hybrid
  • Work Location: Chennai / Hyderabad

Required Skills

  • Strong hands-on experience in Java and Selenium WebDriver.
  • Good understanding of STLC and software testing fundamentals.
  • Hands-on experience in UI and API automation.
  • Strong SQL and database testing skills.
  • Experience with automation frameworks such as TestNG/JUnit, Maven, Cucumber/BDD is preferred.
  • Good understanding of Git and CI/CD concepts.
  • Practical experience using AI/GenAI platforms such as ChatGPT or Claude for software testing and automation.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
  • Good communication and collaboration skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Understand and contribute across the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), including requirement analysis, test planning, test case design, execution, defect management, and reporting.
  • Design, develop, maintain, and execute UI automation scripts using Java and Selenium.
  • Develop and execute API automation for REST/SOAP services and validate responses, data, and integrations.
  • Perform database testing, including SQL queries, data validation, CRUD operations, joins, and backend data verification.
  • Identify suitable candidates for automation and contribute to automation framework development and maintenance.
  • Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines and support scheduled/regression test execution.
  • Analyze test failures, identify root causes, and work with development teams to resolve defects.
  • Leverage AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, and similar GenAI tools for test case generation, automation code assistance, test data creation, failure analysis, and productivity improvement.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with QA, development, BA, and other stakeholders.

Soft & Analytical Skills

  • Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong analytical thinking and test design capability
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to mentor junior QA engineers
  • Adaptability to fast-paced agile environments
  • Strong ownership and accountability

Skills

JavaSelenium WebDriverAPI automationSQL and database testingAutomation frameworks (TestNG/JUnit, Maven, Cucumber/BDD)Git and CI/CD conceptsAI/GenAI platforms (ChatGPT/Claude)
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