Senior Java Test Automation Engineer

Senior Java Test Automation EngineerContract: Freelance/ContractorPay Rate: 80,000 - 110,000 HUF/day (Hungarian Nationals Only)Location: Fully RemoteAbout the Role:Join Hawk-Eye Innovations (HEI) as a Senior Java Automation Engineer on a contract basis. In this key position, you will contribute to the development, maintenance, and enhancement of robust, scalable automated testing solutions across our products. As part of a collaborative and innovative team, you’ll play a pivotal role in improving software quality, optimizing our automation practices, and mentoring junior engineers.Core Responsibilities:Design, build, and maintain reliable test automation frameworks using industry-leading tools such as Selenium, Appium, Playwright, or Karate.Develop and execute automated tests for RESTful APIs using RestAssured or Postman.Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) to ensure rapid and reliable releases.Generate and maintain test reports using tools like Allure, ExtentReports, or custom reporting solutions.(Optional) Lead and perform performance testing with JMeter, Gatling, or similar tools.(Optional) Leverage cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and containerization platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) to run and scale automated tests.Conduct comprehensive database testing and validate SQL queries/logic in relational databases.Plan, design, and document clear and effective test cases, ensuring coverage and traceability.Collaborate in Agile/Scrum teams, actively contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.Guide and mentor junior QA engineers, promoting best practices and continuous quality improvement.Technical Skills & Experience:Strong Core Java programming skills (OOP, collections, exception handling, multithreading).Expertise in building and maintaining test automation frameworks.Excellent understanding of QA methodologies, software testing principles, and SDLC/STLC.Experience working in Agile/DevOps environments.Solid understanding of SQL and relational database testing.Nice to Have:Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling).Familiarity with containerization and cloud-based test execution (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure).Soft Skills:Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working with developers, product owners, and stakeholders.Proven mentorship abilities; able to support and guide junior QA team members.Ownership mindset: proactive in identifying gaps, suggesting process improvements, and driving quality throughout the development lifecycle.Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Sports Businesses' aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Sports Businesses is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.We employ, retain, promote and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants according to their merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We apply this policy without regard to any individual’s sex, race, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or disability.