Automation Engineer

FIS•Chicago, IL

39d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Automation Engineer, your days will be focused on developing and enhancing our automation framework. You will play a crucial role in developing robust automation frameworks using Java/Python and other technologies to support our QA processes. You will collaborate closely with QA engineers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery of software products. You’ll also experiment with AI-powered testing tools to accelerate coverage, generate test data, and identify defects faster. You’ll work with a team of ~5 quality engineers.

Requirements

2+ years of proven experience as a Java Developer, preferably with exposure to QA automation
Openness to adopting AI in QA workflows (e.g., AI-based test case generation, data validation)
Strong proficiency in Java programming language and object-oriented concepts
Familiarity with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web services (RESTful APIs)
Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries, with hands-on experience in relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL or MySQL)
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo, Argo)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and communicate findings effectively
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and containerization (e.g., Docker)
Working knowledge of database technologies (PostgreSQL)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Playwright, Cyprus, Selenium or equivalent
Bachelor’s/master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field preferred
Basic understanding of financial concepts and processes is preferred
Basic understanding of Selenium webdriver is preferred

Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable automation frameworks from scratch using Java/Python and other open-source tools
Implement automated test scripts for functional and regression testing
Integrate automated tests with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Leverage AI-assisted testing frameworks and tools to enhance automation efficiency and coverage.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and ensure test coverage
Troubleshoot and debug automation failures in a timely manner
Maintain and enhance existing automation frameworks and test suites
Stay updated on industry best practices and new technologies to improve testing efficiency
Be proactive in identifying areas for improvement and optimizing existing systems for performance and reliability