AVP, Senior Quality Engineer (Hybrid)

Overview

Job Description : Automation Test Engineer (Selenium, BDD, Java, Python, API, Data & Performance Testing)

The Automation Test Engineer is an intermediate-level position responsible for the design, development, and implementation of automated test solutions and frameworks, in coordination with development and quality assurance teams. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to a robust, scalable, and efficient test automation ecosystem, covering UI, API, data, and performance aspects, with strong proficiency in test management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on automation engineer with proficiency in Java and Python for test automation, including Selenium WebDriver and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) frameworks (e.g., Cucumber, Serenity BDD).
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing of web applications, APIs (REST / SOAP) , microservices, and data integrity / transformations
• Design, develop, and execute performance tests using tools like JMeter to identify bottlenecks, measure scalability, and ensure application responsiveness under load.
• Conduct test code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards, test automation best practices, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and developers to understand requirements, define test scope, and contribute to test strategy.
• Conduct tasks related to test automation feasibility studies, effort estimation, test planning, risk assessment, and implement new or revised test automation frameworks and scripts to meet specific business needs.
• Utilize in-depth experience in branching strategies and manage test code repositories using Bitbucket, GitHub, or similar version control systems.
• Champion test automation quality initiatives, including test case design, test data management, automated unit testing for test frameworks, integration testing, and end-to-end testing.
• Integrate automated tests (functional and performance) into Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI / CD) pipelines to support continuous testing and rapid feedback cycles.
• Monitor and control all phases of the test automation development process, including analysis, design, scripting, execution, and reporting, and provide support for automated test execution to business users and development teams.
• Utilize test management tools like Jira (e.g., with Zephyr Scale, Xray, or similar plugins) for test case management, execution tracking, defect logging, and reporting.
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of test automation frameworks, tools, and methodologies to analyze complex problems / issues, provide evaluation of business processes, system processes, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgments.
• Consult with users / clients and other technology groups on quality issues, recommend advanced test automation solutions, and assist with implementing them.
• Ensure essential test procedures are followed and help define test automation operating standards and processes.
• Serve as an advisor or coach to new or junior automation engineers.
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgment and autonomy.
• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to senior stakeholders and / or other team members regarding test automation.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

Additional information

Job Family Group : Technology

Job Family : Applications Development

Time Type : Full time

Primary Location : Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range : $96,960.00 - $145,440.00

In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including : medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and / or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date :

Sep 03, 2025

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