Senior Python Automation Engineer

Job Title: Senior Python Automation Engineer
Location: Plano, TX 75024 (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months

Job Details:
Must Have Skills:
Strong experience in Python development, including OOP concepts, data structures, API integration, and database handling.
Hands on expertise in test automation using PyTest, Selenium/Playwright, and API testing with REST services.
Proficiency in Git, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/Azure DevOps), SQL, and automation framework development and maintenance.

Nice to have skills:
Exposure to AI-assisted testing and leveraging AI tools to accelerate deliverables
Experience in client stakeholder management, including requirement discussions, status reporting, risk communication, and managing client expectations.

Detailed Job Description
The Python Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable applications and automation solutions using Python. The role involves developing reusable code, APIs, and automation frameworks while ensuring software quality through comprehensive functional, integration, regression, and automated testing. The candidate will collaborate closely with development, QA, DevOps, and business teams to understand requirements, develop robust solutions, identify defects, and resolve issues throughout the software development lifecycle. Responsibilities include creating and executing test cases, automating test scenarios using frameworks such as PyTest, Selenium, or Playwright, performing API and database testing, integrating automation suites with CICD pipelines, analyzing test results, and ensuring adherence to coding standards and quality best practices. The individual will also contribute to continuous process improvements, mentor junior team members when required, and support Agile delivery by actively participating in sprint planning, reviews, retrospections etc.,

Minimum years of experience
8-10 years

Top 3 responsibilities:
Own and deliver end-to-end Python development and test automation activities, including coding, unit testing, automation script development, defect fixing, and code reviews.
Collaborate effectively with client stakeholders and project teams to gather requirements, provide status updates, address issues, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement by developing automation frameworks, enhancing test coverage, identifying risks proactively, and supporting CI/CD implementation.