Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a seasoned QC Automation to oversee and advance the organization's quality assurance and test automation capabilities. This role combines hands-on test automation leadership with strategic QA governance, driving CI/CD integration, scalable automation frameworks, and robust testing across multiple domains. The ideal candidate will mentor teams, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure high-quality, reliable software deliveries aligned with business objectives and regulatory considerations.
Software Requirements
Required Skills (Essential)
- Extensive experience in test automation across web, mobile, and API testing
- Hands-on expertise with Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Postman, JMeter, and Citi Fast Framework (or equivalent)
- Strong experience designing, implementing, and maintaining robust test automation frameworks (e.g., Page Object Model, Data-Driven, Keyword-Driven)
- Proficient in CI/CD integration of automated tests using Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or GitHub Actions
- Proficient in one or more programming languages for automation (e.g., Java, Python, C#)
- Thorough understanding of SDLC/STLC and Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Excellent SQL/database validation skills and ability to verify data integrity
- Experience with version control (Git) and defect tracking tools (JIRA, HP ALM, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to lead, coach, and mentor junior automation engineers
Preferred Skills
- Experience with performance testing (JMeter) as part of automation strategy
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
- Experience integrating AI-assisted testing or AI-powered test tooling
- Experience with automation in regulated industries or financial services
Overall Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and execute scalable test automation strategies and frameworks for web, mobile, and API workloads
- Lead the development and integration of automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to shorten release cycles and improve quality
- Mentor and guide junior QA engineers, fostering best practices in automation and testing
- Collaborate with product, development, QA, and operations teams to define test coverage and quality targets
- Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and automated scripts; maintain thorough defect reporting and traceability
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in testing efficiency, coverage, and reliability
- Monitor and report on quality metrics; lead defect triage and risk assessment discussions
- Stay current with evolving QA technologies and industry best practices; evangelize innovation within the QA function
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages (required and preferred)
- Essential: Java, Python, or C#
- Preferred: JavaScript/TypeScript for test automation scripting
Databases/Data Management
- Essential: SQL for data validation and data-driven testing
- Preferred: Exposure to NoSQL or data warehousing concepts for test data management
Cloud Technologies
- Preferred: Experience with cloud-based test environments and CI/CD in cloud contexts
Frameworks and Libraries
- Essential: Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured), JUnit/NUnit (as applicable)
- Preferred: Knowledge of advanced automation patterns and custom test frameworks
Development Tools and Methodologies
- Essential: Git, Jira/Confluence, HP ALM (or equivalents), CI/CD integration (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
- Preferred: Test management automation, performance testing integration, DevOps toolchains
Security Protocols
- Essential: Secure handling of test data, privacy, and regulatory considerations
- Preferred: Awareness of compliance frameworks applicable to financial services
Experience Requirements
- 6+ years of hands-on QA/Automation experience with a focus on enterprise-grade solutions
- 5+ years specifically in test automation and leading QA automation efforts
- Proven track record of delivering automated testing solutions and contributing to CI/CD initiatives
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and participating in code reviews
- Banking/financial services domain experience is advantageous but not required
- Alternative pathways: extensive hands-on automation leadership in large-scale projects or relevant certifications
Day-to-Day Activities
- Analyze requirements and design robust test strategies, plans, and automation scripts
- Build and maintain automated test suites; execute tests and report results
- Conduct API testing and validate data flows between systems
- Collaborate with developers, product owners, and QA to enhance test coverage
- Perform code reviews and provide feedback to improve testability
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and support regression testing
- Maintain test documentation, dashboards, and quality metrics
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
- Certifications in software testing (ISTQB, CSTE) or QA automation are beneficial
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development in QA automation and related technologies
Professional Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Leadership and teamwork abilities with a track record of mentoring others
- Adaptability to evolving testing tools, processes, and regulatory requirements
- Proactive approach to process improvement and innovation
- Strong time management and ability to juggle multiple initiatives
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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