Senior Automation Test Engineer

Senior Automation Test EngineerWe are seeking a Senior Automation Test Engineer to lead the transformation of testing across a complex FinTech communications ecosystem, encompassing voice, telephony, unified communications, and electronic communications platforms. This role is central to a multi-year strategic initiative to transition from manual validation processes to a scalable, automation-first testing model. The successful candidate will design and implement enterprise-grade automation frameworks that support continuous certification, post-upgrade validation, and release readiness across a portfolio of 50+ applications, while also advising architects and engineering teams on designing systems optimized for automated validation.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable, reusable test automation frameworks supporting a large and diverse application ecosystem.Define bespoke automation approaches aligned to system architecture, integration complexity, and risk profiles.Integrate vendor-supplied automation tools and frameworks with enterprise-standard solutions.Research, evaluate, and recommend low-code/no-code and AI-assisted automation platforms to accelerate delivery and improve adaptability.Implement automation solutions to support certification of new software releases, CVE-related remediations, and post-upgrade validation across the install base.Ensure comprehensive validation across UI/visual application workflows, APIs, system integrations, and voice and telephony communication flows.Support the transition from manual testing to automation-first validation models and define risk-based test coverage strategies.Establish standardized testing practices enabling continuous validation within CI/CD pipelines and drive adoption of modern testing methodologies like BDD.Required Qualifications5+ years of experience in designing and developing test automation frameworks in complex enterprise environments.Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Rest-Assured, Cucumber, or Postman.Strong programming proficiency in Java, JavaScript, and/or TypeScript.Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, enabling continuous testing and release validation.Experience working in Agile delivery environments, collaborating across cross-functional teams.Proven ability to define and implement risk-based test coverage strategies, spanning both manual and automated testing.Demonstrated experience reducing manual testing dependency through automation at scale.Experience with Robotic Process Automation.Preferred QualificationsExperience in FinTech, financial markets, or regulated environments.Exposure to voice and telephony systems (e.g., VoIP, SIP, call recording, or unified communications platforms).Experience validating real-time communications workflows and audio-based interactions.Familiarity with low-code/no-code test automation platforms and AI-assisted testing tools.Experience working with or integrating vendor-provided testing frameworks.Knowledge of compliance-driven testing and audit-defensible validation practices.