**Role & seniority: ** Junior Automation Testing Engineer (3–5 years)

**Stack/tools: ** Java (OOP, collections, exceptions, basics DS), Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, TestNG/JUnit/Cucumber, Page Object Model (POM), XPath/CSS locators & waits, Git, Maven/Gradle, Jenkins (CI/CD), Jira (defects), SQL (basic), REST API testing (basic), Agile/Scrum

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts (Java + Selenium/Playwright)
Create reusable automation components/frameworks (incl. POM) and run functional/regression/smoke/sanity + cross-browser tests
Identify, document, track, and debug defects; integrate tests into CI/CD and support continuous testing
Must-have skills:
- Strong Java fundamentals (OOP, collections, exception handling)
- Hands-on Selenium WebDriver and Playwright experience
- Automation framework knowledge (TestNG/JUnit/Cucumber), POM, reusable components
- Proficiency with locators/selectors (XPath/CSS), waits, debugging failed scripts
- Basic CI/CD integration knowledge (Jenkins) and defect tracking (Jira)
Nice-to-haves:
- Basic SQL and REST API testing
- Strong test scenario/test data design and collaboration with business stakeholders
Location & work type: Hybrid; Chennai (Interview: 1st virtual, 2nd F2F in Chennai)

Full Description

Job Summary

We are looking for a Junior Automation Testing Engineer with 3-5 years of experience in test automation using Java, Selenium, and Playwright. The candidate should have hands-on experience in developing and maintaining automated test scripts, executing test cases, identifying defects, and ensuring software quality. The role involves collaborating with developers, QA-Teams, and business stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-quality applications.

Position: Junior Automation Tester

Experience: 3-5 years

Work Mode: Hybrid

Work Location: Chennai

Interview Mode

1st Level – Virtual
2nd Level – F2F (In-Person Discussion) at Chennai Location.

Required Technical Skills

Strong programming knowledge in Java, including OOP concepts, collections, exception handling, and basic data structures.
Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver for web application automation.
Experience with Playwright for browser automation and cross-browser testing.
Knowledge of automation frameworks such as TestNG, JUnit, or Cucumber.
Understanding of test automation framework design, reusable scripts, and Page Object Model (POM).
Experience in functional, regression, smoke, and sanity testing.
Knowledge of XPath, CSS selectors, locators, waits and browser debugging.
Familiarity with Git, Maven/Gradle, CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, and defect-tracking tools such as Jira.
Basic understanding of SQL, REST API testing, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Soft & Analytical Skills

Strong analytical and logical thinking to identify edge cases and potential defects.
Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with developers, QA teams and business stakeholders.
Time management, adaptability, and willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze business requirements and prepare test scenarios and test cases.
Design, develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using Java, Selenium, Playwright.
Create and maintain reusable automation components and test frameworks.
Perform functional, regression, smoke, and cross-browser testing.
Analyze requirements and prepare test scenarios, test cases, and test data.
Identify, document, track, and retest defects using defect-management tools.
Debug failed automation scripts and analyze test execution results.
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing.
Collaborate with developers and manual testers to resolve issues and improve test coverage.
Maintain test documentation and communicate testing progress, risks, and results.
Contribute to improving automation efficiency, test reliability, and overall software quality.