Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for functional, regression, integration, system, and end-to-end testing

• Build, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using Python-based tools such as Pytest, Selenium, Robot Framework, or similar

• Develop reusable automation scripts, utilities, and test helpers for efficient test execution

• Perform API testing and validation for microservices and third-party integrations

• Write and execute SQL queries for data validation, troubleshooting, and backend testing

• Validate database integrity and support data-driven testing approaches

• Execute test cycles and manage test environments on Linux/Unix platforms

• Perform log analysis, process monitoring, and basic shell scripting in Linux environments

• Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to identify, document, reproduce, and track defects through resolution

• Perform root cause analysis for defects and system failures

• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions

• Participate in release validation, smoke testing, and production verification activities

• Support testing activities in containerized and Kubernetes-based environments

• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, testing standards, and automation strategies

Required Skills

• 4–6 years of experience in QA and test automation

• Strong knowledge of manual and automation testing methodologies

• Proficiency in Python scripting for automation frameworks and test utilities

• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Pytest, Robot Framework, or similar

• Good understanding of API testing tools like Postman, REST Assured, or Swagger

• Strong SQL skills including joins, data validation, and troubleshooting queries

• Basic hands-on experience with Linux/Unix systems and command-line operations

• Familiarity with shell scripting and log analysis

• Basic understanding of Kubernetes concepts, pods, deployments, services, and containerized applications

• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation integration practices

• Familiarity with Git/version control systems

• Knowledge of defect management and test management tools such as JIRA, TestRail, or similar

• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Good communication and collaboration abilities