AI-Augmented Automation Engineer (Java & Selenium/Playwright)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026. Citi scores A on the Alion truth index.
We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to drive end-to-end automation and spearhead AI-augmented testing practices within our Front Office Trading platform. In this role, you will design robust automation frameworks using Java and Selenium/Playwright, while integrating modern AI/GenAI tools and techniques (such as AI-assisted test generation, synthetic test data generation, self-healing test automation, and intelligent failure triaging) to enhance testing efficiency and platform reliability.
Responsibilities:
- Develop automation scripts and framework libraries for both UI and API testing.
- Actively participate in Delivery Feature Teams with regards to impact analysis of design and implementation using AI tools.
- Define test plans and test cases for functional and end-to-end testing.
- Drive in-sprint automation of Feature Deliveries, whilst championing automation best practices.
- AI & Modern QA Acumen: Practical experience applying AI/LLM tools (e.g., Copilot, LLM prompting, self-healing automation tools, synthetic data generators) to improve test velocity and coverage.
- Perform detailed root cause analysis of defects and manage fix/retest cycles until sign off.
- Utilize LLM-assisted requirement analysis tools to identify ambiguities, missing edge cases, security considerations, and architectural gaps early in sprint grooming and design phases.
- Produce regular Test Reports to communicate delivery health to key stakeholders.
- Mitigate roll-out risk through runbook reviews.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional and global teams (QA, Dev and Product Teams) to ensure high-quality product delivery.
- Troubleshoot issues with Linux, containers, virtualization, and storage environments.
- Mentor team members, guiding them on technical and domain-related queries.
- Collaborate on process improvement initiatives within the wider QA team.
- Operate efficiently and effectively in a global, fast-paced, and complex matrix environment and be flexible with changes in priorities.
Recommended Qualifications:
- 5+ years in Software Quality Engineering and Test Automation, with proven expertise in building scalable UI and API automation frameworks
- Strong experience working within Investment Banking Markets Technology domain.
- Strong hands-on experience in QA automation (UI and API automation).
- Strong programming skills in Java.
- Expertise in Selenium WebDriver and Playwright for UI automation.
- Experience of developing stubs and drivers.
- Experience working with Git for version control.
- Hands-on experience with CI tool such as Jenkins, TeamCity etc.
- Previous active contribution to Cucumber automation frameworks.
- Experience with ALM, Zephyr, Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, OpenShift, Splunk.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Proven ability to work in a global team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
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