Automation QA Engineer I

1 Month ago • 1-2 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

The Automation QA Engineer I role at Tekion involves assisting in developing and maintaining automated test scripts using Java, executing UI and API tests with Selenium and REST Assured, logging defects, analyzing test results, and reporting test status. The engineer will collaborate with developers and QA team members to understand product requirements, contribute to test planning, and learn testing best practices. They will also support the QA team with manual testing when needed.

Must have:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
1–2 years of experience in QA or software testing
Basic knowledge of Java programming
Familiarity with UI automation tools like Selenium
Exposure to API testing tools like Postman or REST Assured
Strong analytical and communication skills

Good to have:

Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
Understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies
Familiarity with version control systems like Git

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Job Details

About Tekion:

Positively disrupting an industry that has not seen any innovation in over 50 years, Tekion has challenged the paradigm with the first and fastest cloud-native automotive platform that includes the revolutionary Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and other large automotive enterprises and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Tekion connects the entire spectrum of the automotive retail ecosystem through one seamless platform. The transformative platform uses cutting-edge technology, big data, machine learning, and AI to seamlessly bring together OEMs, retailers/dealers and consumers. With its highly configurable integration and greater customer engagement capabilities, Tekion is enabling the best automotive retail experiences ever. Tekion employs close to 3,000 people across North America, Asia and Europe.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Automation QA Engineer 1 to join our QA team. This role is ideal for someone early in their automation career who wants to build strong foundations in test automation, scripting, and quality engineering practices. You will work alongside experienced QA engineers and developers to ensure high-quality software releases.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the development and maintenance of automated test scripts using Java.
Execute and maintain automated UI and API tests using Selenium, REST Assured.
Log and track defects, analyze test results, and provide test status reports.
Collaborate with developers and QA team members to understand product requirements and contribute to test planning.
Learn and apply testing best practices, frameworks, and tools.
Support the QA team in manual testing when required.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
1–2 years of experience in QA or software testing.
Basic knowledge of Java programming.
Familiarity with UI automation tools like Selenium.
Exposure to API testing using tools like Postman or REST Assured.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Eagerness to learn and grow in the automation space.

Preferred Qualifications:

Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.
Understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies.
Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

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