Sr. QA Engineer (JavaScript, Cypress, Agile Methodology)

Position Description

The ideal candidate will perform software quality assurance testing across banking products and platforms and should be proficient with various automation tools and techniques. The individual should be experienced in functional testing, possess good automation testing skills, and take ownership of items independently while tracking to closure. The candidate will liaise with global teams to understand requirements, create test cases (e.g., unit, component, multi-component), as well as automate and deliver projects. The position requires attention to detail, coupled with ownership, to ensure the delivery of high-quality applications.

Overall Responsibilities

• QA test planning and execution.
• Understand requirements, create test cases, automate, and deliver projects run on Agile methodology.
• Write test utilities and create frameworks to support Quality Engineering, as needed.
• Actively contribute and participate in daily stand-ups and Agile Sprint planning sessions.
• Collaborate with developers and other QA teams.

Technical Skills

Software Requirements

• 7 - 10 years of hands-on experience in QA.
• Experience in JavaScript/Cypress.
• Experience in Unix/Linux environments.
• Scripting experience in Unix/Linux environment.
• Experience in Agile Methodology (e.g., Scrum).
• Excellent test case creation ability.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Team player with good communication skills to work effectively in a global team.

Desired Skills

• Python
• Prior experience working in the Financial Services Industry
• Experience in CI/CD

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in QA, specifically with JavaScript and Cypress.
• Experience in Unix/Linux environments and scripting.
• Proven track record in Agile Methodology (e.g., Scrum).
• Prior experience in the Financial Services Industry is a plus.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Plan and execute QA testing for banking products and platforms.
• Understand requirements, create detailed test cases, and automate testing processes.
• Develop and maintain test utilities and frameworks as needed.
• Participate in daily stand-ups and Agile Sprint planning.
• Collaborate with developers and other QA teams to ensure high-quality application delivery.

Qualification & Soft Skills

Educational Qualification

• Minimum BE degree in Computer Science and Engineering or a related field.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Team player with a proactive and self-motivated attitude.
• Self-driven, motivated, and innovative.

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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