Sr. SDET - QA Automation (Kafka)_NJ

We are looking to hire a Sr. QA Automation -SDET (Kafka) at Weehawken, NJ

Please Note: Hands-On Kafka experience is must have for this role.

Job Overview:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Automation QA/SDET with specialized expertise in Kafka, Cucumber, Selenium, Java, and database testing.
• The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving end-to-end testing using automation, ensuring high-quality UI and API testing, and leveraging existing automation frameworks for efficient CI/CD pipeline integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium, Java, and Cucumber for UI and API testing, with a particular emphasis on Kafka testing and database interaction.
• Drive end-to-end testing using automation, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and reliability across various components of the software application.
• Implement and optimize existing automation frameworks, leveraging Rest Assured for API testing and BDD using Serenity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into efficient and reliable technical solutions for automated testing.
• Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring smooth and efficient automation of the testing process.
• Ensure functional understanding of the software application to drive effective testing strategies and scenarios.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in automation testing with a strong emphasis on Kafka, Cucumber, Selenium, Java, and database testing.
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency in existing automation frameworks, with the ability to drive end-to-end testing using automation.
• Expertise in UI and API testing, with a focus on implementing BDD using Serenity and Rest Assured for API testing.
• Strong understanding of Kafka testing and its integration within the automated testing process.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Additional Information:

• This role requires a proactive approach to learning and adopting new technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment with a focus on driving comprehensive automated testing.

We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 55 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
• Retirement savings plans
• A higher education certification policy
• Commuter benefits (varies by region)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON 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.