Junior Automation Tester

CGI is one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world, and they are seeking a Junior Automation Tester to join their quality engineering team. The role involves supporting the design, development, and execution of automated test scripts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software releases.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and execution of automated test scripts for web, mobile, and/or enterprise applications
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing test automation frameworks under guidance from senior team members
• Execute manual test cases where required and help transition suitable scenarios into automation
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Log, track, and retest defects using defect management tools, ensuring clear documentation and reproducibility
• Validate application functionality across multiple environments, browsers, devices, or configurations
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members to clarify requirements and acceptance criteria
• Contribute to test status reporting, highlighting progress, risks, and blockers in a timely manner
• Follow established testing standards, processes, and best practices while continuously seeking improvement
• Learn and apply secure, accessible, and performance-aware testing principles as part of quality delivery

Skills

• Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 0–3 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance
• Foundational knowledge of software testing concepts, including test cases, test plans, and defect lifecycle
• Basic understanding or hands-on exposure to test automation tools or frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Appium, etc.)
• Familiarity with at least one programming or scripting language (such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar)
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Eagerness to learn, take feedback constructively, and grow within a collaborative team environment

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