Java Software Engineer

Develop and maintain automated test scripts for APIs, UI, and backend services

Implement and enhance existing automation scripts to support regression and integration testing

Design test cases based on user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria

Perform system integration and automated testing for new or updated applications

Identify, log, track, and help resolve defects using Jira or similar tools

Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Bitbucket, or CloudBees

Participate in story refinement and sprint planning to ensure clear understanding of requested functionality

Collaborate with developers, QA engineers, business partners, and cross-functional teams to improve software quality

Stay current with new software testing methodologies, tools, frameworks, and automation technologies

Communicate openly with team members and support a collaborative, team-oriented delivery model

We are looking for an experienced professional with strong test automation, API testing, UI automation, backend service validation, and CI/CD integration experience. This role is ideal for someone who can design automated test cases, maintain test frameworks, collaborate across Agile teams, and help ensure secure, reliable, and scalable software delivery.

Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States that permits full-time employment for the duration of the position without requiring current or future employer sponsorship.

Primary Skills: Selenium, TestNG, Rest Assured, Karate, Java, Python, API Testing, UI Automation, Backend Test Automation, CI/CD, Jenkins, Bitbucket, CloudBees, Cucumber, Git, JUnit, Jira, SQL

Secondary Skills: Regression Testing, Integration Testing, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall, Test Case Design, Defect Management, Story Refinement, Sprint Planning, Databases, Onsite/Offshore Coordination, Privacy and Security Testing Considerations, Minimum of 4 years of related software testing, automation, or quality engineering experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience

Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks and tools such as Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, or Cucumber

Strong experience with automated testing across UI, API, backend services, regression, and integration scenarios

Hands-on backend test automation experience using Rest Assured or Karate for API testing

Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java or Python

Knowledge of databases and SQL, with the ability to write and optimize queries preferred

Strong understanding of software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall

Experience working with CI/CD technologies such as Jenkins, Bitbucket, CloudBees, Git, or similar tools

Familiarity with onsite/offshore coordination models and cross-team collaboration

Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication abilities

Ability to work effectively in collaborative, fast-paced, team-oriented environments

Preferred Skills & Certifications

Experience testing applications that handle privacy, security, or business-critical workflows

Experience with API automation frameworks such as Rest Assured or Karate

Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

Strong understanding of software quality practices, test coverage, and defect prevention

Relevant certifications in software testing, automation, Agile, cloud, or quality engineering are a plus

Join a long-established organization in the financial services and technology space, known for building, supporting, and securing business-critical digital platforms. As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will play a key role in validating applications, services, and software solutions through strong automation, API testing, and quality engineering practices.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with software engineering, product, testing, and business teams to design automated tests, support regression and integration testing, and improve overall software quality across modern enterprise systems.