Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Role Location: India & Jordan

Job Purpose

As a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test at CR2, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our digital banking solutions. You will lead the design, development, and maintenance of automated test frameworks and test cases, while also contributing to manual testing efforts. Working within Agile teams, you will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality software that meets the needs of our global banking clients.

Our Hybrid Working Model requires employees to be on-site three days per week — specifically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Key Responsibilities

• Agile Collaboration
  Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives). Provide QA effort estimates, contribute to backlog grooming, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Test Automation & Framework Development
  Design, implement, and maintain robust automated test frameworks for web, mobile, and API testing. Ensure scalability, reusability, and maintainability of test scripts.
• Manual & Exploratory Testing
  Execute manual test cases where automation is not feasible. Perform exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and usability issues.
• Defect Management & Root Cause Analysis
  Identify, log, and track defects. Collaborate with developers to perform root cause analysis and ensure timely resolution.
• Environment & Data Management
  Set up and maintain test environments and test data. Ensure environments are stable, secure, and aligned with test requirements.
• Code & Test Review
  Review test code and automation scripts developed by peers. Ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Reporting & Metrics
  Track and report test coverage, defect trends, and automation progress using tools like Jira and TestRail. Contribute to QA dashboards and continuous improvement metrics.

 Critical Competencies

• Technical Mastery
  Deep expertise in Java, Selenium, RestAssured, TestNG, Appium, and CI/CD tools like Jenkins. Strong understanding of microservices, APIs, and database technologies (SQL, Oracle).
• Quality Focus
  Passion for delivering high-quality software. Strong understanding of software testing principles, test design techniques, and QA methodologies.
• Problem Solving
  Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and propose effective solutions.
• Collaboration & Communication
  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Innovation & Initiative
  Proactive in identifying opportunities for automation, process improvement, and innovation—especially in leveraging AI for testing.
• Adaptability
  Comfortable working in a fast-paced, Agile environment with shifting priorities and evolving requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with a strong focus on test automation.
• Proven experience in regulated industries such as banking, fintech, or payments.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Front-end and back-end test automation
  • API testing and automation
  • Mobile testing (Android/iOS)
  • CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git)
  • Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Familiarity with XML, SQL scripting, and test data management tools.

Success Metrics

• Automation Coverage: Increase in automated test coverage across products and platforms.
• Defect Leakage: Reduction in production defects due to improved test effectiveness.
• Test Execution Efficiency: Decrease in test cycle time through automation and parallel execution.
• Code Quality: High-quality, maintainable test code with minimal rework.
• Team Contribution: Active participation in Agile ceremonies and peer reviews.
• Innovation Impact: Implementation of new tools, frameworks, or AI-driven solutions that enhance QA capabilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CR2 HPS Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.