Software Engineer – Test Automation

Job Description

Software Engineer – Test Automation Company Name KLA Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Employment Type Full Time Experience Required 0–2 years of experience in Software Testing, Automation, or Quality Engineering Work Mode Hybrid / Onsite Job Overview A global semiconductor and electronics technology company is looking for Software Engineers specializing in Test Automation to support advanced inspection and manufacturing solutions. The role involves developing automated testing frameworks, validating web applications and APIs, and contributing to high-quality software releases in a collaborative engineering environment. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, programming knowledge, and an interest in automation testing, software quality, and scalable enterprise systems. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web applications and services • Analyze product requirements and convert them into automation test strategies • Automate critical workflows, regression suites, and end-to-end testing scenarios • Develop API and web service validation tests for functional and integration coverage • Build reusable automation utilities and maintain scalable testing frameworks • Participate in software development lifecycle activities and review functional requirements • Execute automated test suites and analyze failures for issue identification • Collaborate with developers, QA teams, architects, and product stakeholders • Improve test coverage, quality metrics, and automation efficiency • Support continuous integration and automated test execution pipelines • Prepare test plans, reports, dashboards, and release quality documentation Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, Automation, or related technical field • Knowledge of software testing concepts and quality assurance practices • Proficiency in programming or scripting languages such as Python, C++, Perl, or similar technologies • Understanding of web UI testing and API testing concepts • Familiarity with databases such as MySQL or Oracle • Basic understanding of Linux commands and development environments • Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills • Good written and verbal communication skills • Ability to learn quickly and work collaboratively in team environments Preferred Skills • Experience with automation frameworks such as Playwright or Selenium • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices • Knowledge of REST APIs and backend integration testing • Exposure to Agile or Scrum development methodologies • Interest in AI-assisted automation and modern testing approaches Work Environment • Opportunity to work on advanced semiconductor and electronics technologies • Collaborative engineering-driven workplace culture • Exposure to modern automation and quality engineering practices • Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities • Global team collaboration and innovation-focused environment