Principal SDET/QA Engineer, MarkLogic Server

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Principal QA Engineer managing scalable test automation frameworks and driving QA strategy for MarkLogic. Leading a team of QA engineers to ensure high-quality deliverables for database features.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeHyderabad • 🇮🇳 IndiaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and developing advanced test automation frameworks within the MarkLogic ecosystem, with a strong focus on Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices. Proficient in leading quality assurance initiatives, mentoring teams, and driving test strategies to enhance product quality and performance.

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Test Automation Framework DevelopmentJava ProgrammingAgile MethodologiesNoSQL Database ExperienceCI/CD Integration

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Hard Skills

Test AutomationJavaXQueryShell ScriptingPythonUNIX/Linux SystemsDebuggingSoftware Testing MethodologiesQuality MetricsPerformance Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingMentoringAnalytical Skills

Tools & Technologies

JenkinsGitLab CIDockerKubernetesAWSAzureGCPJMeterElasticsearchSolr

Industry Keywords

Agile/ScrumTest StrategyRoot Cause AnalysisQuality AssuranceCustomer Advocacy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerElasticSearchGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJavaScriptJenkinsJMeterKubernetesLinuxMongoDBNoSQLPythonUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical leadership in QA: architect, design, and develop advanced, scalable test automation frameworks and infrastructure for the MarkLogic ecosystem
Drive the overall test strategy for major features and releases
Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive test plans for core database features
Master and extend our test automation suites (Java, XQuery, REST API)
Conduct in-depth root cause analysis of complex defects and systemic issues
Champion quality initiatives within the Agile/Scrum process
Act as a primary point of contact for testability, automation, and quality concerns for one or more development teams
Mentor and coach senior and junior QA engineers
Be a customer advocate – proactively identify product enhancements, usability improvements
Lead and participate in detailed reviews of product requirements, architecture, and design specifications
Evaluate, recommend, and integrate new testing tools and technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance
Proven experience as a technical lead or principal contributor in QA
Experience working on hot fixes, emergency patch releases to address security vulnerabilities
Expert-level programming skills in Java and strong scripting skills (Shell/Bash/Python)
Deep hands-on experience with UNIX/Linux systems and server-side testing
Extensive experience in architecting and building test automation within Agile and CI/CD environments (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
In-depth knowledge of software testing methodologies, test design techniques, and quality metrics
Outstanding debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience with NoSQL/document databases (e.g., MarkLogic, MongoDB, Couchbase)
Strong proficiency in XQuery, server-side Javascript, XPath, and XML/JSON technologies
Experience with search engine technologies (e.g., Elasticsearch, Solr) and information retrieval concepts
Familiarity with performance and scale testing principles and tools (e.g., JMeter)
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive remuneration package
Employee Stock Purchase Plan Enrolment
30 days of earned leave
An extra day off for your birthday
Various other leaves like marriage leave, casual leave, maternity, and paternity leave
Premium Group Medical Insurance for employees and five dependents
personal accident insurance coverage
life insurance coverage
Professional development reimbursement
Interest subsidy on loans - either vehicle or personal loans
Health club reimbursement