Test Automation QA Engineer II

Are you passionate about transforming software quality through innovative testing approaches? Join our dynamic team in Hyderabad where you'll harness your expertise in UI and API automation to elevate quality engineering across our scalable, API-first platforms. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on product excellence while working with cutting-edge technologies in an inclusive environment that champions continuous improvement and technical innovation.

About the Role

As a QA Engineer 2, you'll be at the forefront of quality assurance, implementing advanced automation strategies that enhance our testing capabilities and ensure exceptional product reliability. You'll collaborate with diverse, cross-functional teams to establish quality standards and drive testing excellence throughout the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust test automation frameworks for both UI and API testing

• Develop and maintain comprehensive test suites that ensure thorough coverage across our platforms

• Execute and automate ETL and database testing for data integration processes

• Validate data integrity across systems and ensure accurate data transformation

• Implement test pyramid strategies to optimize test coverage across different testing layers

• Integrate and leverage AI-powered testing tools to enhance test efficiency and effectiveness

• Collaborate with development teams to implement quality engineering practices throughout the SDLC

• Drive accountability for quality across teams and ensure adherence to testing standards

• Identify and resolve complex testing challenges through innovative approaches

• Analyze and report on quality metrics to provide actionable insights for continuous improvement

• Lead test planning, execution, and reporting activities for major releases

• Mentor junior QA team members and promote best practices in testing methodologies

About the Team

Our Quality Engineering team is dedicated to ensuring exceptional product quality through innovative testing approaches. We work collaboratively to implement cutting-edge quality assurance practices that support our organization's commitment to delivering reliable, high-performing software solutions.

About You

You're a detail-oriented quality advocate with a passion for automation and a track record of implementing effective testing strategies. You thrive in collaborative environments where you can apply your technical expertise to solve complex problems. Your analytical mindset allows you to anticipate potential issues before they arise, and your communication skills enable you to effectively articulate quality concerns and solutions.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance

• Strong expertise in writing automation scripts in Selenium and Playwright using .NET/Java

• Proven experience in API testing with tools like Postman, RestAssured, or similar frameworks

• Experience with database testing and SQL for data validation and integrity checks

• Experience designing and implementing scalable test automation frameworks

• Knowledge of test pyramid principles and experience implementing effective testing strategies

• Proficiency in Java, .NET, or Python for test automation development

These are additional nice to haves:

• Experience with ETL testing tools and methodologies

• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and testing approaches

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)

• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Familiarity with AI-powered testing tools and approaches

• Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or Gatling

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and testing practices

• ISTQB or similar quality assurance certifications

• Experience with test management tools and defect tracking systems

Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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