Test Automation Engineer, AVP
📍 Pune, India
🏢 Company: Deutsche Bank
📅 Listed: 20 Feb 2026
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
🏢 Level: Assistant Vice President (AVP)
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Job Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Role | Test Automation Engineer, AVP |
| Company | Deutsche Bank |
| Location | Pune |
| Level | AVP |
| Primary Focus | UI & API Test Automation |
| Tech Stack | Selenium, Playwright, Karate, Java, JavaScript |
| CI/CD Tools | GitHub Actions, Jenkins |
🚀 Role Description
At Deutsche Bank, the Test Automation Engineer (AVP) will partner with Business, Technology, and Risk & Control teams to design, implement, and maintain a modern testing stack.
The role focuses on end-to-end SDLC participation, with a strong emphasis on frontend (UI) and backend (API) automation. You will lead a team of SDETs and testers while remaining hands-on with automation design and development.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for:
- Web (UI)
- APIs
- Evaluate and implement the right automation tools based on project needs.
- Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in:
- Selenium
- Playwright
- Integrate automation suites seamlessly into DevOps pipelines (GitHub Actions preferred).
- Establish and track KPIs such as:
- Defect Leakage
- Automation Coverage
- Test Strategy metrics
- Conduct automation code reviews to ensure maintainability and best practices.
- Plan, execute, and document manual tests where automation is not feasible.
- Lead and mentor SDETs and functional testers.
- Communicate risks transparently to prevent production issues.
- Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and retrospectives.
Required Skills & Experience
- University degree in technology/science or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong experience designing automation frameworks from scratch.
- Hands-on expertise in:
- Selenium
- Playwright
- Karate
- Postman / Bruno
- DB SQL
- Strong programming skills in:
- Java
- JavaScript / NodeJS
- Experience with CI/CD tools:
- GitHub Actions
- Jenkins
- Manual testing experience including documentation and execution.
- Familiarity with Test Management tools:
- Allure TestOps
- JIRA Zephyr
- Strong analytical mindset to identify SDLC bottlenecks.
- Ability to communicate technical risks to non-technical stakeholders.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
What Deutsche Bank Offers
- Best-in-class leave policy
- Gender-neutral parental leave
- 100% childcare reimbursement (gender-neutral)
- Certification and education sponsorship
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive health insurance (including dependents)
- Accident & Term Life Insurance
- Complimentary health screening (35+ years)
- Continuous learning and development culture
About Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank is a leading global investment bank committed to innovation, collaboration, and responsible banking. The organization fosters a culture of excellence, commercial thinking, and shared success while promoting an inclusive and fair work environment.
Why Apply?
This AVP-level role offers the opportunity to:
- Lead automation transformation initiatives
- Design scalable automation frameworks from scratch
- Mentor and grow high-performing QA teams
- Work in a global banking technology environment
If you are a passionate hands-on automation leader who enjoys coding, mentoring, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions, this role is an excellent next step in your career.
