Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a detail-oriented QA Engineer with strong Python expertise to develop, execute, and maintain automated testing frameworks supporting our software products. This role involves designing test scripts, implementing automation solutions, and ensuring the quality and performance of applications across APIs, back-end services, and user interfaces. You will work closely with development, product, and operations teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-quality software solutions aligned with industry standards.

Software Requirements

Required:

Strong proficiency in Python (3+ years of experience) for automation scripting
Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks: PyTest, Robot Framework, Selenium with Python, or Behave (4+ years)
Knowledge of API testing tools such as Postman, Request library in Python, or REST Assured
Experience with SQL for database validation and data verification (3+ years)
Familiarity with version control systems: Git
Experience with CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps

Preferred:

Experience with automated load and performance testing (e.g., JMeter, Locust)
Knowledge of test management tools and frameworks for reporting and documentation
Exposure to cloud environments supporting automation workflows (preferred)

Overall Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts to validate APIs, UI components, and backend services
Build and optimize test frameworks ensuring stability, reusability, and ease of maintenance
Execute automated tests for functional, regression, and performance validation to support continuous delivery
Identify, report, and track defects, collaborating with developers to ensure timely resolution
Integrate automation scripts into CI/CD pipelines to support rapid release cycles
Work with cross-disciplinary teams to understand requirements and expand test coverage accordingly
Facilitate test data preparation, environment setup, and test execution in aligned workflows
Implement best practices in test automation and quality assurance to improve product reliability
Maintain documentation for test cases, scripts, and test results for quality audits and process improvement

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential):

Python (3+ years of experience for scripting and automation)

Preferred:

Additional scripting or programming languages like JavaScript or Shell scripting

Frameworks & Libraries:

PyTest, Robot Framework, Selenium with Python, Behave (BDD) frameworks
Familiarity with API testing libraries such as requests or REST Assured

Databases & Data Management:

SQL: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server for data validation and verification

Tools & CI/CD:

Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps for automation pipelines
Version control: Git (required)

Testing & Monitoring:

Automated testing, performance testing, and metric collection tools
Basic understanding of monitoring tools for test environment health

Security & Best Practices:

Awareness of security standards in testing, such as OWASP guidelines

Experience Requirements

5+ years of hands-on experience developing and executing automated tests in enterprise or web applications
Proven expertise in Python-based automation frameworks and scripting languages
Experience testing APIs, UI, and back-end components in fast-paced delivery cycles
Familiarity with version control and CI/CD pipelines in agile environments
Experience working collaboratively within cross-functional teams supporting continuous testing and integration

Day-to-Day Activities

Develop, review, and improve automated test scripts for various application components
Execute automated test suites across different environments, analyze results, and report defects
Troubleshoot and debug automation scripts, optimizing for reliability and speed
Collaborate with developers and product owners on test coverage and validation requirements
Maintain test data, environments, and configuration settings for consistent testing
Support CI/CD integration to enable automatic testing workflows in release pipelines
Participate in Agile ceremonies—planning, stand-ups, demos—and contribute to continuous quality improvement
Document test cases, results, and best practices for the team and audits

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
5+ years of experience in automation testing with Python and relevant frameworks
Demonstrated success in testing APIs, UI components, and backend systems in enterprise environments
Certifications in testing or automation tools (e.g., ISTQB, Certified Agile Tester) are a plus

Professional Competencies

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for automation challenges
Clear and effective communication skills with diverse teams and stakeholders
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects
Continuous learner with a proactive approach to adopting best practices and new tools
Focused on delivering high-quality, scalable, and maintainable automation solutions

S YNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidate Application Notice

Python Test Automation Engineer PyTest, Selenium, API Testing & CI/CD