About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Python Automation Engineer to join our QA Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in Python programming for backend API automation, along with proven expertise in Playwright and Selenium frameworks. Additional experience in ETL testing is preferred and will be considered a strong advantage.

This role requires someone with a solid understanding of automation of best practices, testing methodologies, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Python for backend API testing.
• Build, enhance, and execute automation frameworks using Playwright and Selenium.
• Perform automation testing across web applications, services, and backend API layers.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA teams to identify test scenarios and acceptance criteria.
• Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines and contribute to continuous testing strategies.
• Review test automation results, report defects, and drive closure with development teams.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure automation scripts follow best coding and maintainability practices.
• Validate data flows and transformations through ETL testing and assist in data validation efforts.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
• 4+ years of hands-on automation experience with strong proficiency in Python.
• Experience in API testing and automation tools/frameworks such as Requests, PyTest API, Postman automation.
• Proven hands-on experience with Playwright and Selenium WebDriverfor automation.
• Strong understanding of automation frameworks, object-oriented programming, and reusable code structure.
• Experience working with Git, CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, etc.).
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.

Good-to-Have Skills: 

• Experience in ETL/Database testing.
• Familiarity with databases (SQL/NoSQL) and ability to write complex queries for validation.
• Exposure to cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional Agile teams.
• Problem-solving mindset and ownership-driven work approach