Role & seniority: QA Automation Engineer (SDET) - Associate level

Location & work type: Chennai, SIPCOT IT Park / Siruseri; Work From Office

Stack / tools

Languages & frameworks: Python, Selenium, Pytest (Unittest), page objects
API: Postman/Newman, Python requests
Mobile: Appium
Performance: JMeter, Locust
Accessibility: Axe (Deque)
AI-assisted/dev tooling: GitHub Copilot, DeepEval, local LLM models
VCS / CI/CD: GitHub, GitHub Actions, CircleCI

Top 3 responsibilities

Build, enhance, and maintain automated test suites for UI, API, and mobile apps; improve framework stability, performance, reporting, and parallel execution
Execute tests in CI/CD, debug/triage failures, and produce clear defect reports; collaborate with QA, Eng, and Product to define test strategies
Develop reusable automation components (page objects, utilities); participate in code reviews; provide visibility on progress, coverage, risks, and blockers

Must-have skills

Strong Python-based test automation experience
Solid understanding of QA methodologies, CI/CD, and modern testing frameworks
Ability to design scalable, maintainable automation solutions; good communication and collaboration

Nice-to-haves

Experience with AI-assisted development tools; additional automation domains (API, UI, mobile)
Familiarity with Appium, Locust/JMeter, Axe accessibility testing
Prior experience in fast-paced, cross-functional environments

Full Description

Job Title: Sr. Automation Test Engineer

Location: Chennai (Sipcot IT Park, Siruseri )

Mode of Work: WFO

Must Have

Automation, Selenium, Python and Pytest

We are seeking a QA Automation Engineer (SDET) to design, develop, and maintain high-quality automated testing solutions across our UI, API, and mobile platforms. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality, experienced in Python-based automation frameworks, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

🔧 Tools & Technologies

AI-Assisted Development: GitHub Copilot, DeepEval, local LLM models

UI Automation: Python, Selenium- Pytest, Unittest

API Testing: Postman/Newman, Python requests

Mobile Automation: Appium

Performance Testing: JMeter, Locust

Accessibility Testing (ADA): Axe (Deque)

Version Control: GitHub

CI/CD: GitHub Actions, CircleCI

📌 Key Responsibilities

Build, enhance, and maintain automated test suites for UI, API, and mobile applications using the existing automation framework.
Improve framework stability, performance, reporting, parallel execution, and overall maintainability.
Execute automated test suites in CI/CD pipelines and debug, triage, and document failures with clear, actionable defect reports.
Collaborate closely with QA, Engineering, and Product teams to understand requirements, define test strategies, and ensure robust coverage.
Develop reusable automation components including page objects, utilities, and helper functions to support scalability.
Participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and promote best practices in automation.
Provide ongoing visibility into automation progress, coverage, risks, and technical blocked

⭐ What We’re Looking For

Strong experience in Python-based test automation
Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, CI/CD, and modern testing frameworks
Ability to design scalable, maintainable automation solutions
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
A proactive mindset with a passion for improving product quality

Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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