IT Software Engineer 4 Technical Lead (Test Automation)

Job Title:

IT Software Engineer 4 - Technical Lead (Test Automation)

Duration:

12 Months (Potential Extension)

Work Type:

Hybrid (2 days/week onsite - transitioning to full onsite)

Location:

Chicago, IL Interview Process:

2 Rounds (Virtual + Mandatory Onsite) Key Responsibilities Lead design, development, and enhancement of test automation frameworks . Actively contribute to hands-on coding while leading the team. Drive API automation testing efforts (primary focus). Participate in Scrum ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives). Define and execute test strategies and automation plans . Review and approve code (GitHub PRs) to ensure quality standards. Mentor team members and provide technical guidance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver features. Ensure integration and validation across enterprise and IoT-connected systems. Technical Requirements (Must-Have) 10+ years of experience , with 5+ years in a technical leadership role . Strong proficiency in Java (mandatory) . Extensive experience in API automation testing using: REST Assured Karate Framework (preferred) or similar tools Experience with BDD frameworks : Cucumber Gherkin Strong expertise in backend/API testing . Preferred Skills Experience with Python (scripting/automation). Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure DevOps). Familiarity with Apigee or API gateways . Understanding of microservices architecture . Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter) - optional. Exposure to AI/ML-related testing - plus.

Testing Scope API Testing:

70-80% (primary focus)

UI Testing:

20-30% Platform & Architecture APIs hosted on AWS and managed via Apigee . Systems integrate enterprise applications and IoT platforms . APIs act as a bridge between data platforms and UI applications . Soft Skills Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to collaborate across distributed teams. Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented mindset. Strong leadership with hands-on involvement.

Work Model Hybrid:

2 days/week onsite (Monday & Wednesday mandatory) . Will transition to full onsite in the future . Candidates must be willing to relocate and work onsite from Day 1 if not local. Candidate Profile Strong hands-on automation engineer with leadership experience . Deep expertise in Java and API automation (not UI-only testers) . Comfortable balancing technical execution and team leadership . Experience working in complex, integrated systems environments .