- Company Name
- Soho Square Solutions
- Job Title
- Automation Engineer
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Automation Engineer
**Role Summary**
Design, build, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks to support continuous delivery of software solutions. Lead test strategy, integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure robust, high‑quality releases.
**Expectations**
- Deliver functional, maintainable automation solutions within project timelines.
- Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a culture of quality.
- Communicate progress, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders.
- Adapt to emerging technologies, including generative AI and cloud‑native tools, as needed.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Architect and implement scalable frameworks using Playwright (TypeScript), Selenium (Java), Appium, Cypress, and related tools.
- Develop automated test scripts in Java, JavaScript, and C#.
- Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery.
- Conduct performance testing and provide infrastructure support.
- Define and execute test strategies, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Analyze results, diagnose root causes, and drive defect resolution.
- Support manual testing and translate complex requirements into test cases.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team leadership.
- Report progress, risks, and quality metrics to stakeholders.
**Required Skills**
- 8+ years in test automation and quality engineering.
- Proficiency with Playwright, Selenium, Appium, Cypress.
- Strong programming in Java, JavaScript, C#.
- Experience with CI/CD tools and pipeline integration.
- Manual and API testing expertise.
- Leadership/mentorship experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
**Preferred Skills**
- Knowledge of generative AI integration for testing.
- Experience with AWS, BrowserStack, or similar cloud services.
- Familiarity with low‑code tools (TOSCA, MABL).
- Background in life insurance, finance, or related sectors.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- ISTQB or equivalent certification preferred.
- AWS certification (optional)
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