**Job Description:**

We are looking for a Java Test Platform Engineer with a strong background in the banking domain to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and maintaining the test automation framework and ensuring the robustness of applications used in banking systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and execute test strategies that ensure the quality and performance of banking software solutions.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Java development and automation testing in a banking or financial services environment. Strong technical knowledge and a deep understanding of banking processes and regulatory requirements will be essential to succeed in this role.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts and test frameworks in Java for banking applications.
- Design and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to ensure software functionality, security, and performance meet business requirements and industry standards.
- Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product managers to define and understand test requirements.
- Work with a variety of testing tools and platforms to support manual and automated testing efforts.
- Participate in the identification and resolution of defects, working closely with development teams to ensure quick and efficient fixes.
- Leverage Java-based test automation frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Selenium, TestNG) to execute tests and ensure complete coverage of banking applications.
- Validate critical banking application features, such as transactions, payment gateways, and core banking systems, ensuring all meet compliance and security requirements.
- Ensure all aspects of testing (functional, integration, regression, and performance testing) are automated and executed efficiently.
- Maintain and optimize continuous integration and testing pipelines in collaboration with DevOps teams.
- Conduct performance, load, and stress testing to ensure banking systems can handle high-volume transactions under various conditions.
- Review and enhance the overall test process to improve quality, coverage, and efficiency.

**Required Skills and Experience:**

- 5+ years of experience in Java development with hands-on experience in automation testing.
- Strong knowledge of banking systems and financial applications (e.g., transaction processing, payment systems, core banking systems).
- Proven experience with test automation frameworks in Java, such as JUnit, Selenium, TestNG, etc.
- Experience working with Agile methodologies, particularly in a fast-paced financial services environment.
- Solid understanding of software testing principles and best practices, including functional testing, regression testing, and performance testing.
- Proficiency with SQL for data validation and writing custom queries for test case setup and verification.
- Experience in API testing (RESTful, SOAP) and working with tools like Postman or SoapUI.
- Knowledge of continuous integration and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Git, Maven, etc.
- Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) and understanding of banking system performance requirements.
- Strong debugging skills and experience in identifying, reporting, and managing defects.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

**Preferred Skills:**

- Experience with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure) and automated testing in cloud environments.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements specific to the banking and financial services industries (e.g., PCI DSS, SOX, GDPR).
- Knowledge of microservices architecture and testing in a microservices-based banking application environment.
- Experience with DevOps practices and tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform.