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Job Title: Automation Test Engineer (Java)
Location: Wilmington, DE (Onsite)
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Automation Test Engineer with strong expertise in Java-based test automation and API testing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable automated test solutions to ensure high-quality software delivery. This role requires close collaboration with development, product, and QA teams while supporting continuous testing within Agile and CI/CD environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts using Java, Selenium, Cucumber, Playwright, JUnit, and TestNG.
- Build and execute automated API test suites to validate application functionality and performance.
- Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Maven, and Git.
- Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with development teams to resolve issues.
- Enhance test automation coverage, reliability, and execution efficiency.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
- Create and maintain test documentation, test plans, and automation standards.
- Execute manual testing when automation is not feasible.
- Monitor quality metrics and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
- Research and adopt new testing tools, frameworks, and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in Software Testing, QA Automation, or related technical roles.
- Strong hands-on experience with Java-based automation frameworks.
- Expertise in API automation testing using tools/frameworks such as Playwright, Rest Assured, JUnit, TestNG, or Selenium.
- Experience with Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber BDD.
- Strong understanding of BDD/TDD methodologies and test automation best practices.
- Experience working with CI/CD tools including Jenkins, Maven, Git, and version control systems.
- Knowledge of automated and manual testing processes.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Familiarity with Python is a plus.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience testing high-volume transactional or enterprise applications.
- Exposure to cloud-based environments and modern DevOps practices.
- Experience with test reporting and quality metrics tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Top Skills
Java, Selenium, Playwright, API Automation, Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG, Jenkins, Maven, Git, Agile, BDD/TDD.