Software Test Principal technical Expert - Automation Testing

Job Description - Software, Test Principal Technical Expert

Position: Senior QA Engineer
Experience: 11-14 Years
Location: Bengaluru
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Principal Quality Engineer with extensive experience in both manual and automation testing.

The ideal candidate will be proficient designing and implementing robust test frameworks, capable of leading QA efforts across multiple products, mentoring junior testers, and driving quality initiatives across projects.

This role requires a strong understanding of Agile methodologies and the ability to work collaboratively with international teams.

Key Responsibilities


* Lead and manage QA activities across multiple projects.


* Proficiency in test automation frameworks like Selenium/Cypress/Playwright/Rest assured using Python/java/Javascript


* Perform manual testing for complex scenarios and edge cases.


* Write, manage, and execute manual test cases.


* Conduct code reviews and mentor junior QA team members.


* Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure comprehensive test coverage.


* Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business analysts to ensure quality standards.


* Contribute to setting up QA processes and best practices making continuous improvements.


* Work in close coordination with international teams.


* Understand and actively contribute to Agile processes.


* Participate in sprint planning, daily scrums, and release planning.



* Required Skills
+ 6+ years of experience in automation testing with Python/Java/JS and Selenium/Playwright/Cypress
+ Strong manual testing expertise with a deep understanding of SDLC and STLC.
+ Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
+ Proficiency in API testing, performance testing (e.g., JMeter, Restassured), and SQL.
+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

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This position will be posted until filled.

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