Senior Automation Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer with deep experience in backend-focused test automation, Java, and message-based systems such as IBM MQ and Kafka. This role demands strong hands-on skills in developing automation frameworks, validating APIs and messaging systems, and working across AWS and Azure cloud platforms. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and capable of driving quality across the development lifecycle in an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust automation test frameworks using Java, Selenium WebDriver, TestNG, and Cucumber (BDD).

• Develop and execute backend/API automation using Spring Boot; perform validation of JSON and XML payloads.

• Test messaging queues and streaming data platforms, especially using IBM MQ and related IBM tools

• Write and optimize complex SQL queries for backend data verification (SQL Server, SAP HANA, etc).

• Perform cross-platform, cross-browser testing using Selenium Grid.

• Maintain and execute test automation through CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Maven, Git).

• Collaborate closely with developers, testers, and stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of requirements and fast feedback cycles.

• Document defects, test results, and provide risk-based assessments using JIRA.

• Support test planning, environment setup, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline.

• 7+ years of QA automation experience with a strong emphasis on backend/API testing.

• Proven expertise in Java-based test automation (Selenium, TestNG, Cucumber, RestAssured).

• Hands-on experience with IBM MQ, Kafka message validation, or equivalent messaging technologies.

• Proficient in database validation with SQL across platforms like SQL server and SAP HANA

• Strong experience integrating automation into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines and using Git/Bitbucket for version control.

• Practical knowledge of Azure environments for test execution and cloud-based test data handling.

• Experience with tools/frameworks such as Postman, SOAP UI, JUNIT, Spring Framework

• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Preferred:

• Experience working with containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes).

• Exposure to BDD practices in enterprise-level Agile environments.

• Background in regulated industries (e.g., healthcare) is a plus.

• Current or prior Labcorp experience preferred.

Soft Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed Agile team.

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality, testable code.

• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and a proactive mindset.

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.  Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.  For more detailed information, please click here. 

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

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