Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for API and front-end testing using JavaScript and related automation tools. • Collaborate with developers and product owners to understand requirements and translate them into effective test cases and automation scenarios. • Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of test automation frameworks and strategies that align with Agile development cycles. • Perform code reviews and provide feedback on test scripts and automation solutions to ensure quality and maintainability. • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable early defect detection and faster release cycles. • Identify, log, and track defects found during testing and work with development teams to expedite resolution. • Validate application data by executing and analyzing database queries to ensure backend data integrity and correctness. • Mentor and guide junior QA engineers on automation best practices and tools, fostering a culture of quality and continuous learning. • Analyze test results and provide actionable insights to stakeholders, highlighting risks and quality metrics. • Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in test automation and propose process improvements. Required Qualifications • 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance with a strong focus on automation testing. • Proficient in JavaScript for test automation, with hands-on experience developing and maintaining automation frameworks. • Solid experience in API testing using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar. Good understanding of front-end testing frameworks such as Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or equivalent. • Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments with CI/CD pipeline integration (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar). • Strong programming and scripting skills, with ability to write clean, maintainable code. • Working knowledge of relational databases such as PostgreSQL (or similar), with the ability to write SQL queries for backend data validation, test data setup, and troubleshooting. • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) roles or mindset. • Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure related to test environments. • Knowledge of performance and load testing tools. • Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).