Senior QA Engineer

Your opportunity Schwab Description: At Charles Schwab, our purpose is simple: we champion clients goals with passion and integrity. Guided by honesty, mutual respect and a commitment to doing whats right, we bring innovation, education, and service together to help shape financial futures. Our people are the foundation of our success they approach their work with curiosity and collaboration, coming together to create solutions that make a meaningful impact for clients and communities. As we expand into India, we are bringing this same culture of inclusion, learning, and opportunity to new talent. Joining us means becoming part of a global team where your work matters and your future can take shape. Schwab India Description: Our Hyderabad location is central to Schwabs growth, bringing together talented people and technology to drive innovation, scale and efficiency. Here, you will work alongside teams who create solutions that support millions of clients every day. The work you do is more than daily operations its a chance to experiment, learn, and build within a values-driven, supportive environment. This is a unique opportunity to be part of our early growth phase and shape something new, backed by the stability and strength of a Fortune 500 company. Your impact begins on day one, and your contributions will help define our future in the region. Organization / Role Description: We are seeking a seasoned Senior QA / Test Engineer to serve as a deep quality contributor on our engineering team. You will independently own testing efforts for enterprise Java and .NET applications, drive automation coverage, and apply sharp problem-solving skills to ensure software is production-ready without people management responsibilities. What you have Key Responsibilities: Design & Execute Test Plans Independently develop and execute comprehensive test strategies covering functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end scenarios for Java and .NET applications Automate Build, maintain, and expand automated test suites using established frameworks to increase coverage and release confidence Troubleshoot & Debug Investigate complex defects across multi-tier systems; provide detailed root cause analysis and clear reproduction steps to development teams Collaborate Partner with developers, technical leads, and product owners to clarify requirements, review acceptance criteria, and validate deliverables throughout the sprint Uphold Quality Standards Enforce testing best practices, documentation standards, and defect management processes consistently Continuous Improvement Identify gaps in test coverage or process efficiency and proactively propose solutions. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience 5+ years of QA / software testing experience with demonstrated expertise testing Java and/or .NET applications Strong hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, RestAssured, Playwright, NUnit, JUnit, TestNG) Solid understanding of RESTful API testing, database validation, and multi-tier application testing Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to isolate and communicate complex defects clearly Comfortable working independently within Agile/Scrum delivery environments Experience with performance and load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into DevSecOps workflows. Preferred Qualifications ISTQB certification or equivalent quality assurance credential Background in financial services or regulated, high-availability environments Agile/SAFe experience. Whats in it for you At Schwab India, youre empowered to shape your future. We support your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture rooted in trust and collaboration so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our benefits are designed to care for your wellbeing, your family, and your long-term financial security. Our base benefits, wellbeing, and total rewards include: Competitive compensation and retirement programs including Employee Provident Fund (EPF), Gratuity, and optional National Pension System (NPS) contributionsRobust Paid Time Off, including annual/privilege leave, sick and casual leave, public holidays, maternity/paternity leave, and moreEducation assistance for continued learning to help you growComprehensive medical insurance with Outpatient Department (OPD) services, including vaccination, pharmacy, dental, and vision coverageAnnual reimbursement for health check-ups and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Childcare (creche) reimbursement for eligible employeesTransportation and meal benefits that support your day-to-day workGroup life, personal accident, and critical illness insurance .