Looking for your next career opportunity in Software Testing and Quality Assurance? Here’s an exciting opening from UST for experienced QA professionals who are passionate about Automation Testing, API Validation, Mobile Testing, and building high-quality software solutions.
UST is hiring Tester III โ Software Testing professionals for its Trivandrum office. If you have hands-on experience with Selenium, Playwright, Core Java, API Automation, Mobile Automation, and Database Testing, this role offers an excellent opportunity to work on enterprise-scale applications with one of the world’s leading digital transformation companies.
Whether you enjoy creating scalable automation frameworks, validating APIs, testing mobile applications, or collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams, this opportunity provides an ideal environment for career growth, continuous learning, and exposure to modern testing technologies.
๐ Position Details
๐ข Position: Tester III โ Software Testing
๐ Job ID: Not Mentioned
๐ Location: Trivandrum
๐ผ Experience Required: 3โ5 Years
โก Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Preferred
๐ข Work Model: Full-Time
๐งช Domain: Software Testing & Quality Assurance
๐ ๏ธ Skills Required
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Selenium WebDriver
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Playwright Automation
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Core Java
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Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
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Java Collections Framework
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Exception Handling
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Multithreading
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Java 8 Features
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REST API Testing
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Rest Assured
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Postman
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Mobile Automation Testing
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Appium
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Android Testing
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iOS Testing
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Database Testing
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SQL Queries
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Backend Validation
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SDLC & STLC
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Defect Management
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Agile Methodology
๐ Position Overview
UST is looking for an experienced Automation Testing professional who can contribute to the delivery of high-quality enterprise applications by designing, developing, and maintaining robust automation frameworks. The selected candidate will work closely with developers, product owners, business analysts, and QA teams to ensure every release meets the highest quality standards. This role offers exposure to web automation, API testing, mobile automation, database validation, and modern software engineering practices. Candidates who enjoy solving challenging testing problems, building reusable automation assets, and continuously improving testing efficiency will find this position highly rewarding.
๐ฏ Key Responsibilities
๐น Design, develop, and maintain automation test frameworks.
๐น Develop Selenium and Playwright automation scripts.
๐น Perform Web UI automation testing.
๐น Execute API Automation using Rest Assured and Postman.
๐น Validate backend data using SQL queries.
๐น Perform Mobile Automation Testing using Appium.
๐น Execute Functional, Regression, Smoke, and Integration Testing.
๐น Collaborate with developers during defect analysis.
๐น Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning and Retrospectives.
๐น Maintain automation suites and improve test coverage.
๐น Track defects using standard defect management tools.
๐น Prepare execution reports and quality metrics.
๐น Support production releases and post-deployment validation.
๐น Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
๐ข About the Company
UST is a globally recognized digital transformation company delivering technology solutions to Fortune 500 enterprises across healthcare, finance, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing, logistics, and several other industries. Headquartered in the United States with major development centers across India, UST focuses on innovation, cloud engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software engineering, automation, and digital modernization.
With thousands of employees worldwide, UST is known for its employee-first culture, continuous learning ecosystem, collaborative work environment, and commitment to engineering excellence. The company encourages innovation, supports professional certifications, and offers employees opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and global clients.
๐ Why This Role is Good for Freshers
Although this opening requires 3โ5 years of experience, understanding this role can help freshers prepare for similar positions in the future.
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Exposure to enterprise automation frameworks.
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Opportunity to understand modern QA practices.
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Learn Web, API, Mobile, and Database Testing.
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Work with globally recognized technologies.
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Strong career progression in Automation Testing.
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High demand skills across the IT industry.
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Excellent learning opportunities through experienced mentors.
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Strong foundation for becoming an Automation Architect or SDET.
๐ผ Expected Interview Rounds
Round 1 โ Resume Screening
Round 2 โ HR Shortlisting
Round 3 โ Technical Assessment
Round 4 โ Automation Testing Interview
Round 5 โ Core Java Interview
Round 6 โ API & Database Testing Discussion
Round 7 โ Managerial Discussion
Round 8 โ HR Discussion
Round 9 โ Offer Release
๐ฐ Expected Salary Range
The final compensation depends upon:
โ Relevant Experience
โ Automation Skills
โ Technical Interview Performance
โ Current Salary
โ Notice Period
โ Internal Compensation Policies
๐ Preparation Tips
โ Revise Selenium WebDriver concepts.
โ Practice Playwright automation scenarios.
โ Strengthen Core Java fundamentals.
โ Revise Collections and Multithreading.
โ Practice SQL queries.
โ Understand REST API concepts.
โ Learn Rest Assured framework.
โ Practice Postman collections.
โ Revise Appium architecture.
โ Understand Android and iOS automation basics.
โ Practice writing reusable automation frameworks.
โ Prepare Agile testing concepts.
โ Revise SDLC and STLC.
โ Practice real-time automation interview questions.
โ Review common defect lifecycle scenarios.
๐งฉ Skills Required
Automation Skills
โ Selenium
โ Playwright
โ Appium
โ Rest Assured
โ Postman
Programming Skills
โ Core Java
โ OOP
โ Java Collections
โ Java 8
โ Exception Handling
โ Multithreading
Database Skills
โ SQL
โ Data Validation
โ Backend Testing
Testing Skills
โ Functional Testing
โ Regression Testing
โ Smoke Testing
โ Integration Testing
โ API Testing
โ Mobile Testing
Soft Skills
โ Communication
โ Team Collaboration
โ Analytical Thinking
โ Problem Solving
โ Attention to Detail
๐ Resume Tips
โ Keep your resume within two pages.
โ Mention Selenium and Playwright projects.
โ Highlight API Automation experience.
โ Add Appium automation projects.
โ Mention SQL proficiency.
โ Include automation framework contributions.
โ Quantify achievements wherever possible.
โ Highlight Agile project experience.
โ Add Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD exposure if available.
โ Keep technical skills updated.
โ Proofread before submitting.
โ Use ATS-friendly formatting.
โ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is this a Manual Testing role?
No. It is primarily an Automation Testing role with API, Mobile, and Database Testing responsibilities.
Q. Is Playwright mandatory?
Experience with Selenium and/or Playwright is expected. Knowledge of both provides an advantage.
Q. Is Java mandatory?
Yes. Strong Core Java knowledge is one of the primary requirements.
Q. Is Mobile Automation required?
Yes. Experience with Appium for Android and/or iOS is expected.
Q. Is API Testing important?
Yes. Hands-on experience with Rest Assured, Postman, or similar tools is required.
Q. Will SQL questions be asked during interviews?
Yes. Candidates should be comfortable writing SQL queries for backend validation.
Q. Is Agile experience necessary?
Yes. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies is preferred.
๐ Why Join UST?
๐ Global Technology Leader
๐ก Digital Transformation Projects
๐ Excellent Career Growth
๐ค Collaborative Engineering Culture
๐ Continuous Learning Programs
๐ Work with Enterprise Clients
โ Exposure to Cloud Technologies
๐ค Modern Automation Frameworks
๐ Opportunity to Learn Emerging Technologies
๐ฏ Competitive Compensation & Benefits
๐ฉ How to Apply
๐ง Apply through the official UST referral/application link mentioned in the job post.
๐ Application Link: Click Here
๐ Suggested Subject Line:
Application for Tester III โ Software Testing
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