Automation Engineer - Scripting (Python, Perl, JavaScript)

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive quality engineering (QE) strategies and test plans.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QE leads to understand project goals and align on quality expectations.
• Design, develop, and execute detailed test cases (manual and automated).
• Identify, document, and track software defects and issues to resolution.
• Drive test automation efforts using tools such as Selenium, TestNG, and JUnit.
• Generate and manage test data aligned with testing objectives.
• Adhere to industry standards, best practices, and project-specific guidelines.
• Monitor and report on QE metrics and KPIs for test effectiveness and efficiency.
• Work with customers or stakeholders to understand workflows and adapt QE approaches accordingly.
• Promote continuous improvement in QE processes and a culture of quality across teams.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–6 years of experience in software testing and quality engineering.
• Hands-on experience with at least one scripting language (Python, Perl, JavaScript, etc.).
• Proficiency in automation frameworks such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG.
• Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, PHP) and frameworks (Node.js, Mocha) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of programming languages like C/C++/Java.
• Experience testing both desktop and web applications.
• Strong grasp of QE methodologies, SDLC, Agile/Scrum practices.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools and test management/bug tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Key Skill Ratings (Must-Have):

• Scripting Language
• Selenium
• Communication Skills