Senior QA Engineer – Selenium Automation & Manual Testing (Remote - India)

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer – Selenium Automation & Manual TestingLocation: Remote – India6+ months

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Job Summary

seasoned Senior QA Engineer

both automation and manual testing

Selenium WebDriver

Java-based test automation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end automation testing efforts using Selenium WebDriver with Java, and support key initiatives across manual testing workflows.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust, reusable test automation frameworks for web applications.
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and manual/automated scripts ensuring maximum coverage.
• Identify, isolate, and thoroughly document bugs, collaborating closely with developers for timely resolution.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/GitHub Actions) and work closely with DevOps to streamline deployments.
• Perform cross-browser and cross-platform testing using tools such as BrowserStack or Sauce Labs.
• Conduct API testing (manual and automated) using Postman, RestAssured, or similar tools.
• Support performance testing efforts (using tools like JMeter) to ensure optimal application behavior under load.
• Champion best practices in BDD/TDD, test data management, defect reporting, and test metrics tracking.
• Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, demos).
• Stay updated on emerging test tools and technologies to improve QA strategy and implementation.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and ensure QA standards are consistently met across projects.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Software QA, with at least 3+ years in Selenium WebDriver automation using Java.
• Expertise in Java programming with strong OOP principles, especially in building automation scripts and frameworks.
• Solid hands-on experience with test automation frameworks: TestNG, JUnit, and BDD tools like Cucumber.
• Strong command of manual testing techniques, including exploratory, regression, functional, and integration testing.
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Git, Docker.
• Experience with API testing and validation using Postman, RestAssured, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter is a strong plus.
• Experience testing in cloud-based or virtual test environments (BrowserStack, Sauce Labs, etc.).
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.