**Role & seniority: ** Automation Tester — Senior Associate (Automation QA focus)

**Location & work type: ** PwC Acceleration Center India (location unspecified); likely hybrid/onsite not stated

**Stack/tools: **

Automation/testing: Selenium; automation scripting with Java and/or Python
Testing: functional & regression testing; automated regression for Systematics conversion
Defect/issue tracking: JIRA
Framework: established test automation framework by onshore AI/automation specialists
Top 3 responsibilities:
- Execute automation QA: functional and regression testing to validate performance and standards
- Build/maintain automated regression scripts for Systematics conversion; manage test data and defects
- Collaborate with client/onshore/offshore teams to translate requirements into testing strategies; participate in stand-ups
Must-have skills:
- 4+ years automation testing/QA experience
- Scripting: Selenium with Java/Python
- Regression test case design (core banking domain)
- Defect lifecycle management using JIRA
- Test data preparation & management
- English proficiency (oral/written) and Bachelor’s degree
Nice-to-haves:
- Experience working within distributed teams (onshore/offshore) and using a shared automation framework
- Familiarity with core banking conversion/implementation testing (e.g., Systematics)

Full Description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As an Automation Tester - Senior Associate, you will specialize in testing and quality assurance activities related to Automation QA applications, confirming they meet desired standards and perform as expected. Within our Advisory - Other practice, you will leverage your skills to analyze client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilization of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives.

As a Senior Associate, you will focus on building meaningful client connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical skills. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality work while embracing increased ambiguity. This role at PwC Acceleration Center India offers the chance to respond effectively to diverse perspectives, use a broad range of tools to generate new ideas, and uphold professional and technical standards. You will develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is evolving, using reflection to enhance strengths and address development areas.

Responsibilities

Conducting automation testing and quality assurance activities Implementing functional and regression testing methodologies to validate software performance Collaborating with client teams to understand business requirements and translate them into testing strategies. Develops and executes automated regression test scripts for the Systematics conversion. Works within the test automation framework established by the onshore AI/automation specialists, maintains test data, logs defects, and participates in daily stand-ups with the offshore test lead.

What You Must Have

At least a Bachelor's degree At least 4+ years of experience Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

Test automation scripting (Selenium, Java/Python) Core banking regression test case design Defect lifecycle management (JIRA) Test data preparation and management