Job Description About the Role Looking for Advance Backend SDET with extensive experience in Java and API automation to lead complex automation initiatives and ensure the delivery of high-quality backend systems. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and mentoring skills, deep technical expertise, and experience in automation architectural design for enterprise-scale solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and optimization of advanced automated test frameworks for backend services and APIs. Mentor junior and mid-level SDETs, promoting best practices and guiding technical growth. Implement automation architecture strategies to ensure scalability, maintainability, and efficiency. Write and enhance API tests using Java, Karate, RestAssured, and Postman. Perform backend data validation using Cassandra or other NoSQL databases. Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines with GitHub and GitHub Actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, QA, DevOps, Product) to drive quality improvements. Document automation strategies, frameworks, and best practices in Confluence; track work in Jira. Required Skills 7–10 years of experience in backend test automation or SDET roles. Expert-level skills in Java and API testing tools (Karate, RestAssured, Postman). Strong knowledge of REST APIs, HTTP protocols, and backend architecture. Proven experience in automation architectural design. Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Jira, and Confluence. Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead technical teams. Tools & Technologies API Automation: Karate, RestAssured, Postman, WireMock. Test Data & Mocks: Faker, Karate Mock Server. CI/CD & Reporting: GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Allure Reports, ExtentReports. Databases: Cassandra, NoSQL, SQL. Performance Testing: Gatling, JMeter. Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, GitHub. Nice to Have Experience with Microsoft Azure or other cloud platforms. ISTQB certification. Knowledge of performance testing methodologies and tools. Familiarity with BDD frameworks (e.g., Cucumber, Gherkin).