QA Automation Engineer | Selenium, Playwright, Java, API Testing, Banking Domain

Job Summary Synechron is seeking an experienced Senior Associate QC - Automation to join ourQuality Engineering team. In this role, you will lead automation testing efforts across multiple projects, ensuring high-quality software releases through robust automation frameworks, API, and database testing. You will collaborate closely with development and QA teams in an Agile environment to improve test coverage, streamline testing processes, and uphold quality standards, ultimately helping deliver reliable and scalable digital solutions for our clients. Software Requirements Required: Selenium, Playwright (JavaScript), Java, SQL Server/Oracle, JIRA/Xray/Zephyr, Git, Maven, Jenkins or Azure DevOps Preferred: Cucumber (BDD), Rest Assured, JavaScript, HP ALM, Confluence, performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter), TestNG Experience level: Hands-on expertise with automation tools, scripting, and test management platforms in a banking or financial environment Overall Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and maintain automation frameworks for UI, API, and database testing using Selenium, Playwright, Java, and Cucumber Execute functional, integration, regression, and system testing activities; validate complex banking applications and systems Design automated test scripts for APIs using tools like Rest Assured and API contract validation frameworks Collaborate within Agile teams during sprint ceremonies, participate in defect triage, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Maintain detailed documentation of test cases, scripts, and defect reports to ensure clear traceability Contribute to testing strategy, enhance automation coverage, and identify opportunities for process efficiencies Support manual testing activities when needed, especially during initial test case creation and exploratory testing Technical Skills (By Category) Programming Languages: Required: Java, SQL, JavaScript (Playwright) Preferred: Python for scripting and automation enhancements Databases/Data Management: SQL Server, Oracle, ability to run complex SQL queries and stored procedures Cloud Technologies: Exposure to cloud environments is advantageous but not mandatory Frameworks and Libraries: Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cucumber, Rest Assured, TestNG, Maven Development Tools & Methodologies: Git, Jenkins/Azure DevOps, Scrum/Agile processes, test management tools (JIRA/Xray/Zephyr) Security & Standards: Understanding of security testing concepts, especially for banking applications, and compliance standards Experience Requirements 6 to 8 years of experience in functional and automation testing, with strong expertise in automation frameworks At least 5 years of hands-on experience with Selenium, Java, and API automation tools Proven experience testing banking, financial, or fintech applications (highly preferred) Experience managing defect life cycles, regression suites, and test case management Alternative pathways may include extensive enterprise QA experience with a focus on automation Day-to-Day Activities Develop and sustain automation scripts for UI, API, and database testing Collaborate with agile teams to plan, execute, and review testing activities during sprints Monitor test execution, analyze failures, and troubleshoot issues Optimize and expand automation coverage for critical banking systems and workflows Review requirements and coordinate with developers to understand system functionalities Maintain testing artifacts and produce detailed defect reports and metrics Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (equivalent professional experience acceptable) Certifications in ISTQB, Certified Selenium Engineer, or equivalent are desirable Demonstrated expertise in automation testing, especially in banking or financial services domains Commitment to ongoing learning in test automation, tools, and industry best practices Professional Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills focused on identifying and resolving quality issues Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across teams and stakeholders Ability to work independently and take ownership of testing deliverables Adaptability to changing project needs and new technologies Proactive in process improvements and innovation in testing practices Attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple testing tasks efficiently S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT   Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Candidate Application Notice