Python Automation Test Engineer

Position: Python Automation Test Engineer

Experience: 6 to 10 Years

Location: Chennai (Work From Office)

Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days serving notice

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Python Automation Test Engineer with strong expertise in test automation, framework development, API testing, and CI/CD implementation. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in building scalable automation frameworks using Python and modern testing tools, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain robust automation test frameworks using Python.
- Create and execute automated test scripts for Web, API, and Backend applications.
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to define test strategies and ensure quality throughout the SDLC.
- Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines.
- Perform functional, regression, integration, and API testing.
- Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with developers to resolve issues.
- Maintain automation standards, reporting, and test documentation.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and test estimations.

Required Skills





- 6 to 10 years of experience in QA Automation Testing.
- Strong programming expertise in Python and Shell Scripting.
- Hands-on experience with Pytest, Unittest, and Robot Framework.
- Experience with Selenium WebDriver and Playwright for UI automation.
- Strong API testing experience using Postman, Python Requests, Pytest API frameworks, or similar tools.
- Experience in building and maintaining automation frameworks from scratch.
- Positive knowledge of MySQL, SQL query writing, and backend validation.
- Experience working with PostgreSQL and Oracle Databases.
- Exposure to Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and Docker.
- Strong understanding of test planning, execution, defect tracking, and reporting.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Familiarity with JIRA and test management tools.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Exposure to cloud-based test automation environments.
- Knowledge of performance and integration testing.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

📌 Hiring QA Python Automation Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Newt Global
📍 Chennai