SW Quality Engineer IV - (Automation, Playwright)

Candescent is a forward-thinking technology company transforming how financial institutions deliver Intelligent Banking experiences. We unite digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions that power and connect digital banking, account opening, and branch solutions—creating seamless engagement across digital, remote, and in-person channels.

Our Experience-Led, Intelligence-Driven approach combines human-centered design with data, automation, and cloud-based innovation. Built on an API-first architecture, our extensible ecosystem enables institutions to adapt quickly, integrate easily, and unlock new opportunities for growth—turning every customer interaction into a moment of clarity, confidence, and connection.

About Candescent

Candescent is a U.S.-based financial technology company that powers Intelligent Banking for banks and credit unions. The company helps financial institutions move beyond traditional digital banking by unifying data, channels, and real-time intelligence into a single, cohesive platform that delivers adaptive, human‑centered experiences across every interaction.

Software Quality Engineer (Automation, AI‑Driven Testing, Playwright)

LOCATION: Hyderabad, India

GRADE: 11

Position Summary & Key Areas of Responsibility

We are seeking an experienced Software Quality Engineer with deep expertise in ATM applications, fintech systems, and modern automation frameworks, who can ensure high-quality delivery across ATM, switching, and digital banking ecosystems.

This role requires a strong combination of:

Manual + Automation testing

ATM domain expertise (hardware + transaction flows)

AI-assisted QA practices (Copilot, Cursor)

Next-gen frameworks like Playwright

Key Responsibilities

Be part of an Agile team, actively participating in Sprint ceremonies and owning test deliverables.

Manage assigned tasks, track progress, and proactively report risks to timelines.

Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts.

Perform:

Functional, regression, and integration testing

Volume, performance, and reliability testing

Execute manual test cases on ATM systems, including:

Transaction flows (withdrawal, deposit, balance inquiry, transfers)

Card handling, PIN validation, and error scenarios

Hardware-software interaction validation (cash dispenser, card reader, receipt printer)

Field testing and lab-based ATM validation environments

Set up and manage test environments, including hardware labs, virtual systems, and networking configurations.

Develop automation for complex system integrations and workflows.

Leverage AI-powered tools (Copilot, Cursor, etc.) to:

Accelerate test case creation and maintenance

Generate automation scripts and reduce manual effort

Improve defect detection and root cause analysis

Implement AI-assisted testing techniques, including:

Auto-generation of test scenarios

Intelligent test coverage optimization

Smart debugging and failure analysis

Use automation to improve testing efficiency and reduce repetitive processes.

Perform API testing and automation for SOAP and REST services.

Manage physical and virtual QA lab environments, including ATM devices and simulators.

Execute and analyze load/performance tests, providing actionable insights.

Apply strong debugging and troubleshooting skills to assist development teams.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

9+ years of experience in Software Quality Engineering or equivalent role.

7+ years of experience in QA processes, methodologies, and standards.

5+ years of experience in test automation, CI/CD, and tools like Jenkins.

Core Testing Expertise

Strong experience in:

GUI, backend, and database testing

Enterprise application testing

Functional, integration, and end-to-end test design

Experience in API automation (REST, SOAP)

Exposure to Fintech / Banking / ATM domain

Experience with ATM simulators, switch systems, or payment networks

Automation & Tools

Expertise in automation frameworks and tools such as:

Selenium, TestNG, Cucumber, BDD

Rest Assured, SOAP UI

Jenkins, Maven

Hands-on experience with Playwright (NEW) for modern UI automation and cross-browser testing

Experience with Kubernetes-based deployments and testing environments

Strong understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices

AI & Modern Testing Skills (NEW)

Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development/testing tools:

GitHub Copilot / Microsoft Copilot

Cursor or similar AI-first IDEs

Experience leveraging AI for:

Test case generation and optimization

Automation script creation

Test data generation

Debugging and defect triaging

Strong ability to validate AI-generated outputs for correctness, security, and reliability

Awareness of responsible AI practices in QA workflows

Additional Skills

Strong understanding of performance testing systems

Experience with:

Network management

Hardware setups and system installations

Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

High attention to detail and strong customer-centric mindset

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with GitHub and modern DevOps ecosystems

Exposure to AI-driven QA tools, AIOps, or intelligent monitoring systems

Key Differentiators for This Role

Combination of:

Automation + Manual + ATM testing expertise

AI-assisted QA practices

Modern frameworks like Playwright

Ability to drive next-generation QA transformation using AI

Statement to Third Party Agencies

To ALL recruitment agencies: Candescent only accepts resumes from agencies on the preferred supplier list. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Candescent employees, or any Candescent facility. Candescent is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.