Automation SDET (Java + Selenium)

Experience : 5 - 12 Years

Location : Pune / Bangalore / Hyderabad / Chennai

About the Role :

We are looking for a highly skilled Automation SDET with strong expertise in Java-based test automation. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy owning automation strategy, designing robust test frameworks, and mentoring team members while remaining hands-on.

You will work closely with development, product, and DevOps teams to ensure high-quality software delivery in an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks using Java and Selenium

- Perform API automation testing using Rest Assured

- Create and execute automated and manual test cases, test scripts, and test plans

- Prepare and maintain Traceability Matrix (RTM) and test documentation

- Apply BDD frameworks (Cucumber or similar) for automation scenarios

- Execute database validations using SQL queries

- Lead and mentor a medium-sized QA team while remaining hands-on

- Contribute to automation strategy, test design techniques, and best practices

- Participate actively in Agile ceremonies and collaborate across onsite-offshore teams

- Track defects and test execution using tools like ALM and JIRA

Must-Have Skills :

- 5+ years of experience in Automation Testing / SDET roles

- Strong hands-on expertise in Java and Selenium

- In-depth understanding of Core Java concepts :

1. OOP principles

2. Collections Framework

3. Exception Handling

- Hands-on experience with API automation (Rest Assured)

- Strong SQL skills for backend data validation

- Experience working with BDD frameworks (Cucumber, etc.)

- Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes

Leadership & Collaboration Skills :

- Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables

- Experience leading and mentoring a QA team

- Comfortable working in an onsite-offshore delivery model

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Good to Have :

- Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle)

- Exposure to cloud-based testing or microservices architectures

- Domain experience in BFSI, Telecom, or Retail (preferred but not mandatory)