
Senior Software Test Engineer
Uplers • Cuttack, Odisha, India
Role & seniority: Senior Automation Engineer (lead/managerial responsibilities within QA)
Stack/tools: Automation; CKAD certification; Cloud technologies; QA; Golang; Kubernetes; Python; Linux; API & UI test automation; Robot Framework or Golang test frameworks (Ginkgo, Go-dog) preferred
Top 3 responsibilities
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Lead and mentor a QA team; foster collaboration and continuous improvement
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Design, develop, and maintain automated tests for core features of a distributed Kubernetes management platform (API and UI)
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Define testing strategies with cross-functional teams; ensure high test coverage and quality milestones
Must-have skills
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8+ years IT experience with automation/QA expertise
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Proven team leadership of QA engineers
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Hands-on automation development for API and UI
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Strong Linux proficiency; troubleshooting/debugging
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Experience with cloud tech, containers, Kubernetes
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Go/Python programming proficiency
Nice-to-haves
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CKAD certification (highly preferred); Robot Framework or Golang-based test frameworks (Ginkgo, Go-dog)
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
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Ability to set and track automation goals and metrics
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Location & work type: Remote; full-time contract (12 months, 40 hrs/week); shift aligned to IST (GMT+5:30) Asia/Kolkata
Full Description
Experience: 8.00 + years
Salary: Confidential (based on experience)
Expected Notice Period: 7 Days
Shift: (GMT+05:30) Asia/Kolkata (IST)
Opportunity Type: Remote
Placement Type: Full Time Contract for 12 Months(40 hrs a week/160 hrs a month)
*(Note: This is a requirement for one of Uplers' client - SC)
What do you need for this opportunity?
Must have skills required
automation, CKAD certification., Cloud Technologies, QA, Golang, Kubernetes, Python
SC is Looking for
We are currently seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead our Quality Assurance team and play a pivotal role in managing and developing automated tests for our flagship Kubernetes management platform.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of QA Engineers by providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Design and develop automated tests for the core capabilities and features of a distributed platform, ensuring high quality and reliability. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define testing strategies and drive continuous improvement. Create and maintain high-quality test cases for new features and enhancements, ensuring comprehensive test coverage. Develop automation tests for both API and UI components, leveraging extensive hands-on experience. Demonstrate strong proficiency in Linux-based operating systems, including troubleshooting and debugging. Apply hands-on experience with cloud technologies, containers, and Kubernetes (K8s) to enhance testing processes.
Highly preferred: Lead the development of automation tests using the Robot Automation Framework or Golang-based test frameworks such as Ginkgo or Go-dog. Champion best practices and testing methodologies to maintain high standards of quality. Collaborate with management to define strategic goals for the automation team and track progress against those goals.
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of IT experience, with deep expertise in automation and quality assurance. Proven experience leading and managing a team of QA Engineers. Extensive hands-on experience developing automation tests for both API and UI (mandatory). Strong proficiency in Linux-based operating systems (mandatory). Ability to create and maintain high-quality test cases for new features and enhancements. Demonstrated hands-on experience with cloud technologies, containers, and Kubernetes (K8s) (mandatory).
Highly preferred: Experience leading automation development using Robot Framework or Golang-based frameworks such as Ginkgo or Go-dog. Strong understanding of testing methodologies, along with solid troubleshooting and debugging skills.
Highly preferred: CKA or CKAD certification.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). Proficiency in GoLang or Python programming. Proven experience in setting strategic goals for automation teams and successfully achieving them.
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