Senior Automation Engineer (Java & API)

At NiCE, we don’t limit our challenges. We challenge our limits. Always. We’re ambitious. We’re game changers. And we play to win. We set the highest standards and execute beyond them. And if you’re like us, we can offer you the ultimate career opportunity that will light a fire within you.

So, what’s the role all about?

In this role, you will understand detailed requirements for functional and usability testing of web applications and backend services. You will review stories in detail and actively participate in grooming and sprint planning to assess testing efforts and ensure QA commitments are achievable. You will design and implement comprehensive test strategies and test plans, write detailed test cases for thorough feature validation including exploratory testing for undefined scenarios, and perform hands-on test execution while managing the defect workflow effectively. You will automate test cases for functional and regression testing using Selenium and related frameworks, monitor daily regression builds to ensure code quality and stability, and contribute to product design discussions to ensure testability, scalability, and robustness. Additionally, you will work closely with Product Managers and Developers to deliver high-quality production releases, apply innovative concepts in testing to enhance coverage, quality, and reliability, collaborate in multi-disciplinary Agile teams, and troubleshoot application and environment issues using strong problem-solving skills.

How will you make an impact?

NICE Actimize is the largest and broadest provider of financial crime, risk and compliance solutions for regional and global financial institutions & has been consistently ranked as number one in the space

At NICE Actimize, we recognize that every employee’s contributions are integral to our company’s growth and success. To find and acquire the best and brightest talent around the globe, we offer a challenging work environment, competitive compensation, and benefits, and rewarding career opportunities. Come share, grow and learn with us – you’ll be challenged, you’ll have fun and you’ll be part of a fast growing, highly respected organization.

This new SaaS platform will enable our customers (some of the biggest financial institutes around the world) to create solutions on the platform to fight financial crime.

Have you got what it takes?

We are looking for a skilled QA professional with a BE/ME in Computer Science or equivalent and 4–8 years of hands-on experience in manual and automation testing within product-based organizations. You should have strong expertise in Java, TestNG, and Selenium, including designing and implementing robust automation frameworks. Experience in API testing using tools like SOAP UI and Postman, along with proficiency in testing RESTful and SOAP interfaces, is essential. You should be comfortable working with both relational (Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (Cassandra) databases and have a good understanding of JavaScript, HTML5, and VueJS for front-end validation. Familiarity with CI/CD practices using Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and Artifactory, as well as cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, is expected. A solid grasp of SDLC, STLC, Agile methodologies, along with excellent communication skills, strong analytical thinking, and attention to detail, will ensure you succeed in this role.

Qualifications/Skills:

Essential : Java, Selenium, RDBMS, AWS, API Testing, TestNG

Desired   : Playwright, Linux (basics), Docker, Kubernetes

• Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline (BE/ME/BTech/MTech/MCA).
• 4 – 8 years of experience in manual and automation testing in product-based organizations.
• Expertise in Java, TestNG, and Selenium, with experience in designing and implementing automation frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with API testing and automation using tools like SOAP UI and Postman.
• Strong experience in RESTful and SOAP interfaces testing and integration validation.
• Experience with databases such as Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and exposure to NoSQL databases like Cassandra.
• Good understanding of JavaScript, HTML5, and AngularJS for front-end validation.
• Experience with CI/CD practices using tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and Artifactory.
• Working knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience using Git or similar version control systems.
• Sound understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

What’s in it for you?

Join a fast-growing, innovation-driven global organization where you will work with talented teams in a dynamic Agile environment. You will have the opportunity to design, develop, and execute comprehensive testing strategies for web and backend systems, leveraging technologies like Java, Selenium, TestNG, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms. This role provides hands-on exposure to both functional and automation testing, API testing, front-end validation, and integration testing, while collaborating with Product Managers and Developers across geographies. With a culture that encourages experimentation, continuous learning, and adoption of emerging tools and frameworks, you will have endless opportunities to broaden your skills, contribute to meaningful solutions, and accelerate your career—all while building a long-term career in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Enjoy Nice-Flex!

At NiCE, we work according to the NiCE-FLEX hybrid model, which enables maximum flexibility: 2 days working from the office and 3 days of remote work, each week. Naturally, office days focus on face-to-face meetings, where teamwork and collaborative thinking generate innovation, new ideas, and a vibrant, interactive atmosphere.

• Requisition ID: 8919
• Reporting into: Tech Manager
• Role Type: Senior Automation Engineer

About Nice

NICE Ltd. (NASDAQ: NICE) software products are used by 25,000+ global businesses, including 85 of the Fortune 100 corporations, to deliver extraordinary customer experiences, fight financial crime and ensure public safety. Every day, NiCE software manages more than 120 million customer interactions and monitors 3+ billion financial transactions.

Known as an innovation powerhouse that excels in AI, cloud and digital, NiCE is consistently recognized as the market leader in its domains, with over 8,500 employees across 30+ countries.

NiCE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, neurotype, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.