Senior Software Test Engineer at Caterpillar Inc. – Chennai | Jobyssey

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Role Summary

The Senior Test Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive testing strategies to ensure the highest quality of software and systems. This role involves leading test automation initiatives, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure products.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and execute automated and manual test plans for software applications.
Design and implement test frameworks and tools to improve efficiency and coverage.
Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing across multiple platforms.
Identify, document, and track defects using industry-standard tools (e.g., JIRA).
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA teams to resolve issues and improve quality.
Monitor and analyze test results, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with organizational quality assurance standards and best practices.
Mentor and guide junior test engineers in testing methodologies and tools.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in software testing, including automation and manual testing.
Strong understanding of SDLC, QA methodologies, and Agile practices.
Proficiency in test automation tools Playwright, Selenium, JUnit, LoadRunner.
Hands-on experience with programming languages Python, Java.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and API testing.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

ISTQB or equivalent certification.
Experience with cloud-based testing environments.
Knowledge of performance and security testing.
Ability to work in multi-vendor and cross-functional environments.

Tools & Technologies

Automation: Playwright, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, Appian, WebDriver
Bug Tracking: JIRA, Azure DevOps
CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
Languages: Python, Java
Performance Testing: LoadRunner, JMeter

Posting Dates:

August 17, 2026 - August 23, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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