Senior SQA Automation Engineer (Saudi Arabia) Riyadh

Requirements

Requires 8 or more years of automation engineering experience, hands-on expertise with automation frameworks and API testing tools, and proficiency in at least two of Java, Python, and JavaScript. Candidates should also have CI/CD and Git experience, SQL skills, and a strong understanding of system integration, end-to-end, and regression testing.

Job Summary

About CodeNinja
At CodeNinja Consulting, we build high-impact global engineering teams that accelerate digital transformation for enterprises worldwide. With operations across Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, the United States, and Chile, we empower clients with world-class expertise in software engineering, QA automation, cloud, DevOps, and enterprise technology services.
Our 350+ experts deliver solutions across banking, fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, and large-scale enterprise platforms. At CodeNinja, we value innovation, excellence, and a culture of continuous learning — enabling our teams to deliver smarter, faster, and stronger.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer (8+ Years) to develop, enhance, and maintain automated testing solutions for complex enterprise systems.
The role requires strong technical expertise in test automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, regression automation, API automation, and working with cross-functional testing teams.
You will collaborate closely with the Manual Test Lead, engineering teams, and DevOps to ensure test coverage, quality, and stability across release cycles.
Key ResponsibilitiesAutomation Development & Maintenance
Develop and maintain automation scripts for regression, functional, and SIT testing.
Create reusable automation frameworks, utilities, and libraries.
Debug, optimize, and enhance test scripts for improved reliability and performance.
Ensure automated tests are scalable, modular, and aligned with best practices.
CI/CD Integration
Integrate automated test suites into Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or equivalent pipelines.
Configure automated execution triggers for nightly builds, code merges, and release cycles.
Implement reporting and log outputs directly into CI/CD dashboards.
Testing & Quality Assurance
Ensure comprehensive test coverage, including UI, API, SIT, and end-to-end scenarios.
Work closely with the Manual Test Lead to identify automation candidates and maintain prioritization.
Prepare detailed test reports, execution logs, error summaries, and coverage metrics.
Participate in defect triage meetings and provide technical insights on automation failures.
Collaboration & Support
Collaborate with developers, architects, QA, and DevOps teams for test environment readiness.
Provide guidance on automation best practices to junior team members.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in testing methodologies and tools.
Skills & Expertise RequiredAutomation & Framework Expertise
Strong hands-on experience with automation tools:
Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit
Ability to design frameworks from scratch and build scalable, modular architectures.
API Automation
Proficiency with:
REST Assured, Postman, Karate, or similar tools
Ability to automate REST APIs and validate request/response structures.
Programming & Scripting
Strong in at least two programming languages:
Java, Python, JavaScript
CI/CD & Version Control
Experience integrating automation with:
Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Bitbucket Pipelines
Knowledge of Git-based workflows.
Database Skills
Experience with SQL for backend validation and test data preparation.
Testing Knowledge
Deep understanding of:
SIT (System Integration Testing)
E2E testing
Regression testing
Testing complex enterprise systems
Preferred Skills
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS / Azure) is a plus.
Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
Strong analytical and debugging skills.
Why Join Us
Work with cutting-edge tools and large-scale enterprise systems.
Fully remote working environment.
Opportunity to work with global engineering teams.
Culture focused on learning, innovation, and technical excellence.
⚖️ Equal Opportunity Statement
At CodeNinja, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees — regardless of nationality, gender, or background.
Flexible Working Hours
Leaves as per the company policy
Maternity Leaves (Paid + Work from Home option)
Health Insurance (includes spouse and parents) (till the age of 80)
Provident Fund
Performance-Based Increments and Incentives
Easy Loan Facility for Employees
Gym Membership
Company Trips and Recreational Activities

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and optimize scalable automated tests and frameworks for regression, functional, system integration, API, UI, and end-to-end testing. Integrate test suites into CI/CD pipelines, report results and coverage, support defect triage, and collaborate with QA, engineering, and DevOps teams.

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