SDET / Automation Test Engineer (Selenium / Java)

Description: o Prepare, maintain, and implement test cases based on user stories; present results and supervise defects to closure.o Develop and maintain Java-based automation scripts for UI, API, and backend testing.o Apply Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and best practices in automation code.o Perform API testing using Rest Assured and database validation using JDBC/JPA.o Track test execution breakthroughs, report on issues and risks with the potential to affect project timelines.o Construct appropriate end-to-end business scenarios through the application of a broad understanding of business objectives and goals.o Write and optimize complex SQL queries for data validation and backend testing.o Develop a detailed understanding of the product being delivered.o Responsible for process compliance & associated documentation.o Aligns risk and control processes into day-to-day responsibilities to supervise and mitigate risk; calls out appropriately. Strong proficiency in Java programming, including:o Collections Frameworko Exception Handlingo Streams and Lambda expressions Hands-on experience with Java-based test automation frameworks (Selenium, TestNG, JUnit).Familiarity with build tools (Maven/Gradle) and dependency management. Experience with API testing (Rest Assured) and database testing (JDBC/JPA).Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases (Oracle, DB2, Snowflake).Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. EEO:"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."