Software Engineer in Test

Job Description:

Automation Testing

Position Overview

As an Assistant Manager in the Global Markets (GM) IT department, you will serve as a technical authority responsible for driving the evolution of our quality assurance ecosystem. This role goes beyond traditional automation; you will be a catalyst for innovation, merging deep-dive automation mastery with AI-driven methodologies to accelerate release cycles and maximize productivity. You will design, architect, and implement scalable, high-performance test automation frameworks (UI, API, and Integration) that ensure the stability of our market-leading Global Markets IT applications. Located in Mumbai, this role is pivotal in our global partnership to deliver world-class financial technology solutions.

Job Responsibilities

1. Framework Architecture & Design

• End-to-End Design: Architect and maintain robust, modular, and scalable test automation frameworks for UI, API, and Integration testing.
• Tooling & Patterns: Select and implement top-tier tools (e.g., Selenium) and industry-standard design patterns (Page Object Model, Factory, Singleton, or BDD) to ensure high maintainability and minimal code duplication.
• Data & Version Control: Develop automated solutions for test data management (setup/cleanup) and design modular repository structures and branching strategies in GitHub/Bitbucket to facilitate seamless multi-team collaboration.

2. DevOps & CI/CD Integration

• Pipeline Ownership: Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps) to enable automated regression and gated check-ins.
• Cloud & Observability: Architect parallel test execution across cloud-based systems and implement advanced reporting dashboards to provide stakeholders with real-time quality metrics.

3. Functional & Regression Testing

• Execution: Manage core test execution (regression, sanity) across web, mobile, and API surfaces.
• Strategy & Triage: Develop test plans and risk-based prioritization matrices aligned with market requirements. Lead defect triage in collaboration with developers, product owners, and compliance teams.

4. Technical Leadership & AI Innovation

• AI Implementation: Drive the integration of AI to solve automation challenges, such as implementing self-healing locators, utilizing AI coding assistants for productivity, and evaluating AI for automated functional test case generation from user stories.
• Governance & Mentorship: Act as the final gatekeeper for code quality through rigorous reviews and establish high coding standards. Mentor junior engineers to evolve their architectural and coding capabilities.

Required Skills and Experience

Experience:

• Minimum of 7+ years of dedicated experience in Automation Testing.
• Proven experience in the Capital Markets or Banking domain.

Technical Skills:

• Programming: Expert-level proficiency in Java or Python.
• Automation Tools: Deep hands-on experience with Selenium.
• Framework Design: Demonstrated ability to design and implement complex automation frameworks from scratch.
• DevOps & Tools: Proficiency in Version Control (Git/GitHub/Bitbucket) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps).
• Infrastructure: Knowledge of containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and cloud execution.
• Test Management: Proficiency in tools such as JIRA, ALM, or TFS.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail.
• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills.
• High sense of ownership, accountability, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Good to Have Skills and Experience

• Advanced Automation: Hands-on experience with Playwright or Cypress.
• Specialized Testing: Experience in Mobile Testing or advanced API Testing (e.g., Postman).
• AI Mastery: Practical experience with AI-assisted testing methodologies.
• Leadership: Experience in coaching, mentoring, and driving technical roadmaps.

About the Company

BNP Paribas is the leading bank in the European Union and a major player in international banking, operating in 65 countries. The Group is organized into three main pillars: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services; Investment & Protection Services; and Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB).

BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, established in 2005. With major delivery centers in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai, we serve as a 24x7 global delivery hub for the Group. We leverage the expertise of over 10,000 employees to provide best-in-class technological solutions, driving innovation and growth across the global financial landscape.

BNP Paribas is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.