Senior Software Test Engineer

Posted:
1/8/2026, 12:50:30 AM

Location(s):
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India ⋅ Tamil Nadu, India

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

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.

  • Framework Development:
    • Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable test automation frameworks using tools like Playwright, Selenium.
    • Acquire client requirements; resolve workflow problems through automation optimization.. 
    • Utilize automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance
    • Should have experience in customising default reports and libraries of playwright 
  • Test Case Automation: Develop and execute automated test cases for functional, regression, and integration testing 
  • CI/CD Integration: Integrate automated tests into continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines 
  • Test Data Management: Implement strategies for managing and provisioning test data efficiently 
  • Innovation: Works effectively to transform innovative ideas to fruition
  • Troubleshooting: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to automated tests 
  • Reporting: Generate comprehensive test reports and analyze results to identify trends and areas for improvement 
  • Mentorship: Mentor junior team members and collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders 

Skills:

  • Automation Tools: Proficiency in Playwright, Selenium, Cucumber and other automation tools
  • Programming Languages: Experience with Java, JavaScript or other functional languages 
  • Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think of creative solutions to systems-based issues 
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Posting Dates:

January 8, 2026 - January 21, 2026

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

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Caterpillar

Website: https://caterpillar.com/

Headquarter Location: Peoria Heights, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1925

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Construction ⋅ Machinery Manufacturing ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mechanical Engineering