Barclays – Test Automation Engineer

Barclays is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Test Automation Engineer to join its advanced technology team in Pune. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that power financial services for millions of users globally. As a Test Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing robust testing strategies that validate application functionality, performance, and overall user experience. The position is deeply embedded within a collaborative engineering environment, where innovation in FinTech, cloud computing, and machine learning is actively encouraged.

In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, business analysts, and DevOps engineers to identify defects early and improve product quality continuously. The job involves hands-on work in automation frameworks, API testing, and cloud-based testing environments such as AWS or GCP. You will also contribute to enhancing testing processes, implementing CI/CD practices, and ensuring seamless integration of automated testing pipelines. This makes the role highly impactful in maintaining software reliability and scalability across Barclays’ digital ecosystem.

Additionally, the role emphasizes continuous learning and staying updated with the latest industry trends in automation testing and software quality engineering. You will actively participate in code reviews, contribute to knowledge sharing, and help build a culture of quality-first development. With Barclays investing heavily in next-generation technologies, this role offers an excellent opportunity to work on complex, large-scale systems while advancing your career in automation testing within the financial technology domain.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive test strategies and plans to ensure software meets functional and non-functional requirements. This includes defining test scope, approach, and success criteria.
• Design, build, and maintain automated test scripts using modern frameworks and tools, ensuring early defect detection and faster release cycles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, participate in design discussions, and define clear acceptance criteria for testing.
• Execute manual and automated test cases, analyze results, and report defects with detailed documentation for faster resolution.
• Perform root cause analysis for identified defects and work closely with development teams to ensure timely fixes and quality improvements.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab or Jenkins to enable continuous testing and delivery.
• Contribute to code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and promoting best practices in test automation.
• Monitor testing processes and identify opportunities for optimization, improving efficiency and reducing testing cycle time.
• Stay updated with emerging tools, technologies, and trends in automation testing and actively implement them where relevant.
• Maintain proper documentation of test cases, test scripts, and testing outcomes to ensure traceability and compliance with quality standards.

Requirements & Eligibility:

• Strong experience in software testing, including both manual and automation testing, with a clear understanding of SDLC and STLC processes.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar, with recent hands-on coding experience in automation development.
• Hands-on experience with automation frameworks like Selenium, Cucumber, or similar tools for UI and API testing.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud Platform, with an understanding of cloud-based testing environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices, including tools like GitLab, Jenkins, and version control systems like Git.
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies, including BDD, TDD, functional, integration, and performance testing techniques.
• Experience in API testing, XML validation, and working with RESTful services for backend validation.
• Ability to design test plans, write detailed test cases, and estimate testing efforts accurately.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with global teams and stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP) or testing tools are an added advantage but not mandatory.
  

  Expected Salary:

  The expected salary for a Test Automation Engineer at Barclays in India typically ranges between ₹6 LPA to ₹18 LPA, depending on experience, technical expertise, and role seniority. For mid-level professionals with strong automation and cloud skills, compensation may go higher with additional performance bonuses and benefits. Barclays is known to offer competitive packages along with good work-life balance and long-term career stability.

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