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Senior SDET

Thales Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

onsitefull-time
Posted Jan 16, 2026

Role & seniority

  • Senior Test Automation Engineer (SaaS/Security/Enterprise product)

Stack / tools

  • Java, Python; web/app/API testing

  • Automation: JUnit/TestNG, CI (Jenkins, GitLab)

  • Performance/load: JMeter, Avalanche, K6, IXIA

  • Cloud/containers: AWS or GCP, Docker, Kubernetes

  • Linux scripting; HTTP, DNS, TLS, Network Protocols

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Plan, design, develop and execute Java-based automation tests (functional, acceptance, system, performance, security)

  • Design agile testing processes; extend CI/CD to enable continuous testing and delivery

  • Write/maintain tests for frontend, backend, and APIs; mentor junior testers; collaborate across R&D, PM, Security, Analytics

Must-have skills

  • 7+ years as a Test Automation engineer in SaaS/Security/Enterprise

  • Strong coding in Java or Python

  • Deep knowledge of web/app/client-server protocols and SaaS environments

  • Experience in load/performance testing (JMeter, K6, etc.)

  • Experience with Docker/Kubernetes, AWS or GCP, Jenkins/GitLab

  • Linux scripting; excellent attention to detail and problem-solving under deadlines

Nice-to-haves

  • Security testing experience; penetration test suites

Location & work type

  • Bangalore - Indraprastha, India

  • Full-time on-site role (Thales India presence; fast-paced SaaS release cadence)

Full Description

Location: Bangalore - Indraprastha, India Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust. Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India’s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business, while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry. We’re looking for a Senior Test Automation Engineer to help take our automated testing capabilities to the next level. At Cloud WAF Test Engineers are Quality Ambassadors and not Gatekeepers. Our Test Engineers engage in every phase of the software development life cycle, advocate for the customer and have the skills to implement effective test strategies and E2E automation solutions. Our Saas platform is moving fast and releasing to production every week. How? No Manual testing!! 100% automation testing!! The ideal candidate must be familiar with test automation processes, methodologies and tools, and must have a track record of very high technical competence and individual accomplishments that include strong coding skills. Responsibilities: Plan, design, develop and execute Java-based automation tests for functional, acceptance, system, performance and penetration testing of our real-time security product Collaborate with R&D, PM ,Security and analytics teams improve testing approach and execution for the cross-functional Scrum team Design and implement agile testing processes for efficient SDLC: Adapt existing Continuous Integration infrastructure to a team’s practice Write, maintain, and improve automation tests for frontend, backend, and API’s Collaborate with team members to enable continuous testing and delivery Mentor junior test engineers in effective testing tools and strategies through informal training Required Qualifications: B.Sc. in Computer Science or Software Engineering At least 7 years experience as a Test Automation engineer in a SaaS, Security, or Enterprise product space Experience programming in Java or Python In-depth knowledge of Web Applications HTTP, DNS, TLS, Network Protocols, and SaaS Environment Experience executing load and performance testing (JMeter, Avalanche, K6, IXIA, etc) Experience working with container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with public cloud platform AWS or GCP. Experience with deployment cycle and tools like Jenkins, Gitlab,etc. Experience with Linux scripting and fundamentals Attention to details, Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems under tight deadlines. Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills Desired Qualifications: Experience executing security testing Experience with Penetration Test suites At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world. Interested in finding out more about Thales and why you should join us? Say HI* to new career opportunities.

Test AutomationJavaPythonWeb ApplicationsNetwork ProtocolsSaaS EnvironmentLoad TestingPerformance TestingDockerKubernetesAWSGCPJenkinsGitlabLinux ScriptingAnalytical Skillsmulti-location

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