Junior Java Automation Engineer IRC281029

Description

The client is one of the largest global independent private equity fund administrators, administering over $300 billion of private capital on behalf of its clients with offices in New York, San Francisco, Boston, Stamford, Dallas, and Luxembourg. They offer private fund sponsors a best-in-class combination of people, process, and technology, enabling fund sponsors to most effectively manage their operational infrastructure, financial reporting, and investor communications. The client represents the most experienced and longest-tenured team in the private equity fund administration industry, with broad expertise across buyout, funds of funds, real estate, energy, infrastructure, credit, co-investment, hybrid funds, feeder funds, venture capital, retail, and managed accounts. The project aims to provide well-prepared and formatted analytic data for the customer.

Requirements

Must-Have Skills

Java Fundamentals:
Good understanding of OOP principles, collections, exceptions, and basic data structures.

API Automation (Rest Assured):
Hands-on experience developing and maintaining automated API tests using Rest Assured or similar Java-based frameworks.

Test Framework Knowledge (JUnit 5):
Experience building and executing automated tests using JUnit 5 — including annotations, assertions, parameterized tests, and test lifecycle hooks.

Version Control:
Basic experience working with Git (branching, commits, pull requests) using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, or GitLab.

Defect Reporting & Analysis:
Ability to identify, document, and communicate defects clearly with reproducible steps and evidence.

Test Design:
Knowledge of positive/negative, boundary, and data-driven testing principles.

Communication:
Intermediate+ English level with clear written and verbal communication in a distributed Agile team.

 

 

Nice-to-Have Skills

UI Automation (Playwright or Selenium):
Basic understanding of UI automation and page object design; Playwright experience is a plus.

API Specification & Validation:
Familiarity with Swagger/OpenAPI documentation and schema validation concepts.

CI/CD Integration:
Understanding of how automated tests are integrated and triggered within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI).

Reporting:
Experience generating or integrating test reports (Allure, Extent, or similar) for automation results.

SQL Basics:
Ability to run simple SQL queries (SELECT, JOIN, WHERE) for data verification.

Docker Awareness:
Understanding of containerized testing and basic Docker workflow.

Job responsibilities

Automation Development:
Design, implement, and maintain automated REST API tests in Java using Rest Assured and JUnit 5.

Framework Contribution:
Enhance and refactor framework components to improve reusability, scalability, and clarity.

Test Execution & Analysis:
Execute automated tests locally or in CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps), analyze logs and results, and report findings.

Defect Tracking:
Identify, document, and retest defects with clear steps, expected vs. actual results, and supporting evidence.

Collaboration:
Work closely with QA Leads, Developers, and BAs to ensure test coverage and maintain quality across sprints.

Documentation:
Maintain test scripts, checklists, and results in the team’s test management system (e.g., Azure DevOps Test Plans).

Continuous Learning:
Stay current with Java, Rest Assured, JUnit 5, and emerging automation tools such as Playwright and CI/CD practices.

What we offer

Culture of caring. At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you’ll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you’ll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders. 

Learning and development. We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You’ll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work. GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what’s possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you’ll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility. We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way!

High-trust organization. We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you’re placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.