Senior Automation Engineer (Python Automation Expertise)
Senior Automation Engineer (Python Automation Expertise)
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Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Automation Engineerwith strong expertise in Python. This role is integral to designing developing and maintaining automation frameworks and test scripts that enhance our quality assurance processes. The position offers an opportunity to leverage your automation skills to improve efficiency accuracy and testing coverage across various projects. Your contributions will support the organizations commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that meet and exceed client expectations.
Software Requirements
Required Skills:
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience with automation testing tools and frameworks such as Selenium Appium or similar
- Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g. Jenkins GitLab CI)
- Knowledge of version control systems especially Git
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with test management tools (e.g. Jira TestRail)
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker Kubernetes)
- Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g. JMeter LoadRunner)
Overall Responsibilities
- Design develop and maintain automation frameworks and scripts in Python to support functional regression and performance testing.
- Collaborate with QA teams developers and project stakeholders to understand testing requirements and translate them into automated solutions.
- Execute automated test suites analyze results and report defects with detailed documentation.
- Optimize existing automation scripts for performance robustness and reusability.
- Support continuous integration and automated deployment pipelines ensuring seamless integration of testing activities.
- Contribute to the documentation of automation processes standards and best practices.
- Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate new tools or methodologies to improve automation effectiveness.
Strategic Objectives:
- Improve testing efficiency and reduce manual effort through automation.
- Ensure high test coverage and reliable test results to support quality initiatives.
- Promote best practices in automation development testing and reporting.
Performance Outcomes & Expectations:
- Consistent delivery of high-quality stable automation scripts aligned with project needs.
- Reduction of manual testing time and faster feedback cycles.
- Clear documentation and adherence to organization standards.
- Active participation in testing and quality improvement initiatives.
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages:
- Required: Python (essential and with extensive hands-on experience)
- Preferred: Knowledge of other languages like Java or JavaScript is advantageous but not mandatory
Databases/Data Management:
- Required: Basic understanding of data validation and management techniques involving SQL or NoSQL databases
- Preferred: Experience integrating automation with database testing
Cloud Technologies:
- Optional: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) as it relates to CI/CD or environment setup
Frameworks and Libraries:
- Required: Selenium WebDriver Appium or similar testing frameworks integrated with Python
- Preferred: Experience with API testing tools like Postman RestAssured or equivalent
Development Tools and Methodologies:
- Required: Agile/Scrum methodologies version control (Git) CI/CD pipelines
- Preferred: Knowledge of behavior-driven development (BDD) tools like Cucumber SpecFlow
Security Protocols:
- Optional: Awareness of security best practices in test automation and data privacy
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years in automation testing roles with a focus on Python-based automation frameworks.
- Proven track record of designing implementing and maintaining automation solutions in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working across various testing types including functional regression and performance testing.
- Domain experience in finance banking or other regulated industries is preferred but not mandatory.
- Candidates with extensive automation experience from other industries demonstrating applicable skills are encouraged to apply.
Day-to-Day Activities
- Develop and enhance automation scripts and frameworks ensuring scalability and maintainability.
- Conduct test automation planning including requirements analysis scripting and execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams during sprint planning stand-ups and review sessions.
- Analyze test results identify defects and work with developers for resolution.
- Maintain and improve automation tools scripts and frameworks based on evolving project needs.
- Participate in code reviews knowledge sharing and process improvement activities.
- Prepare test reports dashboards and documentation for stakeholders.
Decision-Making Authority & Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and recommend automation solutions for new and existing projects.
- Determine the best approaches to scripting framework development and test execution strategies.
- Escalate significant issues impacting project timelines or quality standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
- Relevant certifications (preferred): ISTQB Automation Testing Certified Software Test Professional (CSTP) or automation-specific credentials.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in automation tools and industry practices.
- Exposure to emerging tools frameworks and best practices in test automation.
Professional Competencies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot automation issues and optimize scripts.
- Strong communication skills capable of conveying technical details to diverse audiences.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
- Adaptability to evolving technology landscapes and project requirements.
- Innovative mindset to adopt and implement new automation tools and methodologies.
- Effective time and priority management to meet project deadlines.
SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
