Automation Test Engineer

About Position:
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Test Engineer with strong expertise in Selenium, Python, API Testing, and Test Automation Framework Development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of enterprise applications through robust automation testing strategies and best practices. You will work closely with developers, product owners, business analysts, and QA teams to design, develop, and execute automated test solutions that improve software quality and accelerate delivery cycles. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in an agile and collaborative environment while contributing to the overall test automation strategy of the organization.
Role: Automation Test Engineer
Location: All Persistent Locations
Experience: 5 to 8 Years
Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do:
Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver and Python.
Build, enhance, and maintain scalable and reusable automation testing frameworks.
Collaborate with product owners, developers, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and define testing strategies.
Develop comprehensive test plans, test scenarios, and test cases based on functional and non-functional requirements.
Execute automated test suites and analyze results to identify defects, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
Perform API testing using tools such as Postman, Rest Assured, or similar frameworks.
Validate backend data through SQL queries and database testing activities.
Conduct functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
Expertise You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
5 to 8 years of experience in software testing and test automation.
Minimum 4+ years of hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver and Python.
Strong experience in designing, developing, and maintaining test automation frameworks.
Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, QA processes, and test lifecycle management.
Hands-on experience in API testing and web services validation.
Strong knowledge of REST APIs and API automation techniques.
Experience working with SQL and database validation techniques.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
Annual health check-ups
Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”

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