Yrs of Exp: 5 - 8 Location: Chennai(Hybrid) JD: Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Java, Selenium, and Playwright. • Build and enhance automation frameworks based on project requirements. • Create and execute functional, regression, smoke, and end-to-end test cases. • Develop robust and reusable test automation components. • Perform API testing using REST/SOAP services. • Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins. • Analyze test execution results and provide detailed defect reports. • Collaborate with Developers, Business Analysts, and QA teams to understand requirements and ensure test coverage. • Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives. • Monitor and improve test automation effectiveness and coverage. Required Skills Must-Have Skills • Strong programming skills in Java. • Hands-on experience with Selenium WebDriver. • Experience in Playwright Automation. • Good understanding of TestNG/JUnit frameworks. • Experience with Maven/Gradle build management tools. • Strong knowledge of web technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript. • Experience in API Testing using REST Assured, Postman, or SOAP UI. • Knowledge of SQL and database validation. • Experience with Git/GitHub/GitLab version control systems. • Familiarity with Jenkins and CI/CD pipelines. • Understanding of Test Automation Framework design patterns. Good-to-Have Skills • Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber. • Knowledge of cloud-based testing platforms. • Experience with performance testing tools. • Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.