Automation Engineer (Selenium and CI/CD)

Job Description

Job Summary Synechron is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to join our team, focusing on designing and implementing automated solutions that enhance efficiency and quality across various processes and systems. This role plays a crucial part in advancing Synechron’s strategic objectives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and execute automation opportunities, ensuring our solutions meet the highest standards of reliability and performance. Software Requirements Required: Proficiency in automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Jenkins, and Ansible. Experience with scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, or Bash. Preferred: Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and related tools. Overall Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement automated solutions to improve efficiency and quality. Collaborate with software developers, QA engineers, and operations personnel to identify automation opportunities. Create and maintain automation frameworks and scripts for testing and deployment processes. Conduct thorough testing of automated solutions to ensure reliability and performance. Monitor automated systems for performance issues and troubleshoot problems. Document automation processes, workflows, and technical specifications for knowledge sharing and compliance. Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in automation and software development. Provide training and support to team members on automation tools and practices. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance automation strategies. Technical Skills (By Category) Programming Languages: RequiredPython, JavaScript, or Bash. PreferredJava or Ruby. Development Tools and Methodologies: RequiredSelenium, Jenkins, Ansible. Cloud Technologies: PreferredAWS, Azure. Frameworks and Libraries: RequiredFamiliarity with automation frameworks. Security Protocols: PreferredKnowledge of security practices in automation. Experience Requirements Minimum 6+ years of experience in automation engineering roles. Experience in developing automated solutions within software development environments. Industry experience in technology, finance, or similar sectors is preferred. Alternative experience pathways include roles in software development or systems engineering with a focus on automation. Day-to-Day Activities Attend regular team meetings and engage in collaborative discussions with cross-functional teams. Develop and test automation scripts and frameworks. Monitor and troubleshoot automated systems to ensure optimal performance. Document processes and maintain clear records of all automation activities. Provide support and training on automation tools and methodologies to team members. Qualifications Bachelors or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications in automation tools or cloud technologies are preferred. Commitment to continuous professional development and staying abreast of industry trends. Professional Competencies Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively in team settings. Adaptability to new technologies and changing requirements. Innovative mindset focused on improving processes and solutions. Excellent time and priority management skills.