**Role & seniority: ** Selenium Test Lead (Senior QA Engineer)

**Location & work type: ** Phoenix, AZ — Onsite (1-year contract)

**Stack/tools: **

Selenium WebDriver (automation frameworks)
Java (OOP, test automation)
Karate (API automation) — MUST HAVE
API/REST: REST, JSON/XML validation, auth mechanisms
Frameworks/architecture: POM, Hybrid, BDD
CI/CD integration: Jenkins / Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions
Build & SCM: Maven/Gradle, Git
DB validation: SQL
Testing/Agile: Agile/Scrum
Certifications (noted): Selenium WebDriver, Java SE Programmer

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

Lead test planning/design/execution for Selenium + Java projects.
Develop/maintain automation suites and integrate into CI/CD pipelines.
Perform defect root-cause analysis and mentor team members on best practices.

**Must-have skills: **

Strong hands-on Java for automation (OOP, debugging)
Strong hands-on Karate API automation (required)
Proficiency in Selenium automation framework development/execution
REST API testing skills (JSON/XML, authentication)

**Nice-to-haves: **

Experience with scalable framework patterns (POM/Hybrid/BDD)
SQL experience for backend validation
Prior certifications (Selenium WebDriver, Java SE Programmer)
Experience working across cross-functional teams; reporting on test pro

Full Description

Position: Selenium Test Lead - Java

Location: Phoenix, AZOnsite

Duration: 1 Year

Job Summary

As a Test Lead specializing in selenium and Java, you will be responsible for leading the testing efforts, implementing test automation strategies, and ensuring high-quality software development and delivery using selenium and Java technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the test planning, design, and execution phases for projects involving selenium and java. Develop and implement automation scripts using selenium and java to enhance test efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify testing requirements and ensure alignment with project milestones. Perform root cause analysis on testing defects and provide recommendations for resolution. Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members in implementing selenium and java testing best practices. Monitor and report on testing progress, issues, and risks to project stakeholders. Stay updated on industry best practices and advancements in selenium and java automation testing.

Skill Requirements

Proficiency in selenium automation testing framework. Strong programming skills in java for test automation. Handson experience in designing and executing selenium test scripts. Knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices. Familiarity with ci/cd pipelines and version control systems. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication and team collaboration skills.

Certifications: Selenium WebDriver Certification, Java SE Programmer Certification.

Hands-on experience in API automation using Karate framework STRONG HANDS-ON KARATE IS A MUST HAVE Senior QA Engineer ---- Strong proficiency in Java with solid OOP concepts Hands-on experience in API automation using Karate framework - STRONG HANDS-ON KARATE IS A STRONG MUST HAVE Strong understanding of REST APIs, JSON/XML validation, and authentication mechanisms Experience designing and maintaining scalable frameworks (POM, Hybrid, BDD) Integration of automation suites with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions)

Build tools: Maven/Gradle and version control using Git Good knowledge of SQL for backend validation Experience in Agile/Scrum environments Strong debugging, root cause analysis, and mentoring capabilities