Senior Software Engineer-SDET QE

Position Description

Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world. With 94,000 consultants and professionals across the globe, CGI delivers an end-to-end portfolio of capabilities, from strategic IT and business consulting to systems integration, managed IT and business process services and intellectual property solutions. CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results. CGI Fiscal 2024 reported revenue is CA$14.68 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB). Learn more at cgi.com.

Job Title: SDET

Position: Senior Software Engineer

Experience: 8+ Years

Category: Software Development/ Engineering

Shift: General

Main location: Chennai & Bangalore

Position ID: J0426-0028

Employment Type: Full Time

Education Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or higher with minimum 3 years of relevant experience.

Position Description: We are seeking a highly skilled QA Automation Engineer with strong programming expertise and hands on experience in designing and executing automation frameworks. The role requires proficiency in Java/Python, test automation tools, API testing, CI/CD integration, and solid understanding of QA methodologies. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring high quality delivery through robust test design, automation, and collaboration with cross functional teams.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks using Selenium, Playwright, and API testing tools.
• Write efficient, scalable code in Java/Python, applying OOPs, data structures, algorithms, and multithreading concepts.
• Perform SQL queries, data validation, and database integration with automation frameworks.
• Conduct API testing (REST/SOAP), including authentication, error handling, and security validation.
• Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines (GitHub operations, environment configurations, secure secrets management).
• Design and execute test plans, coverage metrics, defect tracking, triage, and sign off documentation.
• Apply Agile/PI concepts, actively participate in ceremonies, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior team members, provide reporting, and perform risk assessments.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies such as AI and GraphQL for potential integration into QA practices.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role Must-Have Skills:

• Strong programming skills in Java/Python.
• Expertise in automation frameworks and handling flaky tests.
• Solid understanding of SQL/DB concepts (joins, delete vs truncate, dynamic test data).
• Hands on experience with API testing and monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices (merge vs rebase, conflict resolution, secure configuration).
• Comprehensive knowledge of QA methodologies and documentation standards.
• Exposure to Agile practices and ability to mentor and collaborate effectively.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Cloud Platforms: Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP for test environment setup and integration.
• Containerization/Orchestration: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for scalable test execution.
• Performance Testing Tools: Exposure to JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling.
• Security Testing Awareness: Familiarity with OWASP guidelines, API security testing, and vulnerability scanning.
• Test Management Tools: Hands on with Jira, TestRail, or similar platforms for planning and reporting.
• Scripting Languages: Shell scripting, JavaScript, or Groovy for automation utilities.
• Monitoring/Logging Tools: Experience with ELK stack, Splunk, or Prometheus/Grafana to analyze test results.
• DevOps Collaboration: Working knowledge of infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible) and CI/CD best practices.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, stakeholder management, and ability to mentor junior engineers.
• Emerging Tech Awareness: Basic understanding of AI/ML testing, GraphQL, and microservices architecture.

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