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Test Automation Engineer

Cuculus

Software Engineering, Quality Assurance

India · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Posted on Jan 30, 2026

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Shape the utilities market of the future with us!

We are looking for a Test Automation Engineer with 3–6 years of strong experience in Java and JavaScript/TypeScript, with hands-on expertise in Playwright. The role focuses on building scalable automation frameworks from scratch, integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, reliable releases.

What is the role about?

Key Responsibilities:

Test Automation & Framework Development

Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks from scratch using Java and/or JavaScript/TypeScript
Develop and execute automated test suites for UI and API testing, ensuring high coverage and stability
Implement end-to-end automation using Playwright and related automation libraries
Ensure automation solutions follow best practices for maintainability, performance, and scalability

CI/CD & Test Execution

Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI and/or Jenkins
Manage test execution, reporting, and traceability using JIRA, Xray, and TestRail
Maintain automation code using Git, following best practices for branching, reviews, and version control
Support environment configuration and test setup for consistent execution across environments

Analysis, Quality & Collaboration

Analyze test results, identify root causes, and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues efficiently
Improve automation reliability and execution performance through continuous refactoring and optimization
Contribute to overall test strategy, automation standards, and reporting practices
Actively participate in requirement analysis and mapping automated tests to requirements

API & Integration Testing

Design and execute API and integration tests using Playwright request context
Implement authentication setup via APIs (token/session generation) to optimize test execution
Perform contract validation, response verification, and chaining of API + UI test flows
Maintain traceability between automated tests and requirements in JIRA/Xray/TestRail

Required skills and qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

3–6 years of experience in test automation engineering
Strong hands-on experience with Java and/or JavaScript/TypeScript
Proven experience in automation framework design and implementation (from scratch or major enhancements)
Hands-on expertise with Playwright for end-to-end test automation
Solid understanding of CI/CD concepts with practical experience in GitLab CI and/or Jenkins
Experience with test management and defect tracking tools: JIRA, Xray, TestRail
Strong understanding of test strategies, automation best practices, and reporting

Preferred skills and qualifications

Preferred Skills :

Experience with API automation (REST) and integration testing
Familiarity with test data management, stubbing, and mocking techniques
Exposure to Docker, containerized test execution, or cloud-based CI/CD pipelines
Experience with parallel test execution and test optimization strategies
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) for test environments
Experience with performance, reliability, or non-functional testing
Understanding of microservices-based architectures
Familiarity with BDD frameworks or behavior-driven testing approaches
Experience working in Agile / Scrum development environments

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About us

Cuculus is the key to providing utilities to all, while protecting the world’s precious resources. Jointly with our international partner network, we provide cutting-edge software and technology solutions to address utility challenges now and in the future. Cuculus will never tire of creating innovative technology and services that enable utilities and organisations to successfully transition to a new era of providing and managing electricity, water, and gas. The work we do is important for individuals, cities, and entire nations. Our work is serious, but we have fun with it, too.