Naico ITS - Automation Test Engineer - Performance Testing

Job Overview : - We are seeking an experienced Automation Test Engineer to join our quality assurance team in Kochi. - The ideal candidate will have 6 years of experience in both manual and automated testing, with expertise in Playwright, JMeter, and API testing tools. - As an Automation Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our product releases by developing and executing comprehensive test plans, automating testing processes, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Key Responsibilities : - Review system requirements, user stories, and technical specifications to develop detailed test plans and test cases. - Plan, execute, and manage manual and automated tests to validate product functionality, performance, security, and integration points. - Create, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using tools like Playwright for UI automation, JMeter for load/performance testing, and other relevant API automation tools. - Ensure comprehensive end-to-end testing coverage for product releases, including regression, functional, and integration testing. - Track and report bugs, defects, and issues identified during testing, ensuring they are logged, tracked, and resolved efficiently. - Communicate effectively with development teams regarding defects and ensure proper resolution before product releases. - Ensure all identified defects and test results are thoroughly documented in defect tracking systems (e. g , JIRA). - Work closely with developers, business analysts, product owners, and other team members to ensure quality standards are maintained throughout the SDLC. - Participate in Agile processes, including sprint planning, daily standups, and sprint reviews, to align testing efforts with development timelines. - Provide feedback and collaborate with teams to identify areas for process improvement, efficiency, and innovation in the QA process. - Develop and maintain automation frameworks, ensuring reusability, scalability, and efficiency. - Implement and continuously improve QA standards and procedures, driving quality assurance best practices across the organization. - Regularly update and optimize automation scripts to adapt to new product features or changes in requirements. - Conduct performance and load testing with JMeter to assess the robustness of the system under various conditions. - Support and contribute to Agile processes, helping to prioritize and deliver high-quality features iteratively. - Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks in the testing process and suggesting or implementing solutions. - Stay current with new testing methodologies, technologies, and industry trends to continuously improve the test automation process. Key Skills & Qualifications : Experience : - Minimum of 6 years of experience in quality assurance and test automation. - Strong experience in both manual and automated testing, with a focus on web applications, APIs, and performance testing. - Expertise in Playwright for browser automation and end-to-end testing of web applications. - Experience with JMeter for performance and load testing of applications. - Proficient in API testing using tools like Postman, SoapUI, or custom frameworks. - Solid experience with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into the pipeline. - Familiarity with version control tools (e.g , Git). - Strong scripting skills, preferably in JavaScript, Python, or Java for test automation and framework development. - Experience with test management tools like JIRA, TestRail, ALM, or similar. - Ability to develop and maintain test automation frameworks and scripts. - Experience with version control systems (Git) and managing test automation repositories (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: ernakulam, IN

Posted Date: 4/17/2025