
Principal Systems Test Engineer
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Define and implement test strategies, test plans, and test cases derived from system requirements.
- Lead and coordinate system, integration, and end-to-end testing across multiple projects.
- Develop and execute manual and automated tests for web, backend, and embedded systems.
- Manage defect tracking, test environments, and tool adoption (JIRA, TestRail, etc.).
- Drive test readiness reviews, reporting, and test metrics tracking for continuous improvement.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, QA, customers, and vendors to ensure alignment on delivery and quality expectations.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to test process and tool improvements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, MCA, or related field.
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in software/system testing.
- Strong expertise in Functional Testing, API Testing (Postman, SoapUI), SQL, and JavaScript.
- Hands-on experience with Automation testing frameworks and scripting.
- Strong experience in test management tools (TestRail, JIRA) and Defect Management.
- Proven ability to manage test teams and drive results in complex software/system environments.
- Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Data-driven mindset with experience in test metrics and reporting.
- ISTQB Foundation Certification or equivalent.
- Familiarity with transit/transportation systems (AFCS).
- Exposure to AI/ML-based solutions.