Java Engineer with Test Automation

job summary:
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing methodologies, and quality engineering practices.

Ability to work independently with minimal direction and drive solutions from analysis through implementation.

Experience performing complex technical and functional analysis, design, development, and testing activities.

Knowledge of application architecture principles and participation in design/architecture reviews.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

 
location: Jersey City,, New Jersey
job type: Contract
salary: $81 - 82 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated functional test frameworks and test suites using Playwright and Java.
• Build and implement end-to-end test scenarios across web applications.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
• Manage test execution, defect tracking, and reporting through Xray/Jira.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business parties to clarify requirements and resolve issues.
• Participate in architecture and design discussions and work towards innovative technical solutions.
• Support all testing phases, including system testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance and procedures.
• Enhance process improvements and automation enhancements.
• Participate in production/application support and on-call rotation as required.

qualifications:
6+ years of software development experience.

Strong hands-on experience in Java application development.

Experience developing end-to-end functional automation test cases using Playwright with Java.

Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS preferred).

Experience with Jenkins for CI/CD pipeline integration.

Experience working and integrating with Xray (Jira Test Management) for test planning, execution, and reporting.

skills:
in design,AWS,API testing,application architecture,automation test,cloud technologies,integration testing,Jira,Java application,Java,Jenkins,Playwright,software development,software development lifecycle,test automation frameworks,testing methodologies,system testing,SDLC,integrating,test execution,Test Management,web applications,problem-solving skills,Ability to work independently,user acceptance testing (UAT),architecture,architecture reviews,automated,automation,business requirements,defect tracking,functional analysis,functional test,innovative,Financial Services,Mentor,Order Management Systems,process improvements,quality engineering,Xray,stakeholder engagement,application support,test planning,testing,Trading

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.