Automation Engineer - Selenium, CI/CD & Performance Testing

Automation Engineer | Selenium, CI/CD, Scripting & Performance Testing

Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a dedicated and experienced Automation Engineer to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of automation solutions across various technology domains. This role involves managing automation projects, ensuring quality and performance standards, providing technical support, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency.

Software Requirements

Required Software Proficiency:

• Automation tools such as Selenium, UFT, or similar — extensive experience in developing and executing automation scripts

• Programming/scripting languages: Python, Java, or JavaScript — strong coding skills for automation and support tasks

• Testing frameworks: TestNG, JUnit, or similar — proven experience in automated testing and integration

• CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps — experience implementing automation pipelines for build and deployment processes

• Version control: Git — proficiency managing code repositories in collaborative environments

Preferred Software Skills:

• Performance testing tools: LoadRunner, JMeter — experience in performance and stress testing

• Configuration management tools: Ansible, Chef, Puppet — for automation of infrastructure deployment

• Monitoring tools: Prometheus, ELK stack — for automation of system monitoring and alerting

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of automation frameworks and scripts

• Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and development teams to design and implement automation solutions for functional, regression, and performance testing

• Manage automation projects, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely delivery aligned with organizational goals

• Troubleshoot automation scripts, identify issues, and implement optimizations for efficiency and reliability

• Support the enhancement of existing automation frameworks and introduce new tools and best practices

• Document automation processes, scripts, and configurations for operational consistency

• Conduct code reviews and mentor team members to promote quality standards in automation deliverables

• Stay current with technological advancements in automation tools, frameworks, and methodologies; share insights and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages:

  • Essential: Python, Java, or JavaScript — proven ability to develop, maintain, and troubleshoot automation scripts

  • Preferred: Shell scripting or PowerShell — for infrastructure automation and system management

• Testing & Automation Frameworks:

  • Essential: Selenium, TestNG, JUnit — experience in creating reusable test scripts and frameworks

• Infrastructure & DevOps Tools:

  • Jenkins, Git, Azure DevOps, or similar — for implementing automated build, test, and deployment pipelines

• Monitoring & Performance Tools:

  • ELK stack, Prometheus, JMeter — for performance testing, monitoring, and alerting processes

• Version Control & Collaboration:

  • Git, Jira, Confluence — for efficient task management and team collaboration

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 8+ years in automation testing, scripting, or DevOps roles with hands-on experience in automation frameworks

• Demonstrated success in automating functional, regression, performance, and infrastructure testing processes

• Proven experience managing automation projects from design through execution and optimization

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline implementation and automation best practices

• Experience working within Agile teams and collaborating with cross-disciplinary stakeholders

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop, execute, and maintain automation scripts for multiple testing and deployment scenarios

• Collaborate with QA and development teams to define test cases and automation strategies

• Integrate automation frameworks into CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and deployments

• Troubleshoot automation failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions

• Conduct performance and load testing, analyzing results to optimize systems

• Review and update automation scripts to improve efficiency and coverage

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members

• Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and review sessions to ensure alignment and accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in automation testing, scripting, or DevOps environments

• Certifications in automation tools or CI/CD platforms (e.g., ISTQB, Jenkins certifications) are advantageous

• Proven ability to manage multiple automation projects and deliver results within tight deadlines

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for troubleshooting automation issues

• Leadership potential and team mentorship capabilities

• Effective communication skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Adaptability to rapidly evolving automation tools, frameworks, and industry best practices

• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering reliable, scalable automation solutions

• Time management excellence to prioritize tasks and meet project milestones

S​YNECHRON’S 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 applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Experience Level

Senior Level