Hybrid Automation Developer

at Convene

• Job title: Automation Developer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Java, Jenkins, JUnit, Postgres, Python, RDBMS, SDLC, Selenium, SOAP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Pasig, Philippines

About the role

• Mid-Level Automation Developer with strong coding skills building and maintaining automation solutions using Robot Framework and Python/Java. Collaborating with teams to enhance software reliability and test coverage.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain automation frameworks, test scripts, and reusable libraries using Robot Framework, applying strong coding fundamentals to support rapid development and deployment.
• Write clean, efficient, and modular code in Python or Java for automation purposes.
• Refactor and enhance existing automation frameworks to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA teams to understand system architecture, workflows, and testing requirements.
• Integrate automation scripts into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and rapid feedback.
• Debug automation scripts, analyze results, and document technical insights for development teams.
• Drive continuous improvement of automation practices, including leveraging AI-driven tools to optimize frameworks, coverage, and efficiency.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide technical input for automation planning and design discussions.
• Share knowledge and guide team members on automation scripts or best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with Robot Framework and experience with any RDBMS, preferably PostgreSQL.
• Strong coding and scripting skills in Python or Java.
• Experience creating modular scripts, custom libraries, keywords, and reusable components.
• Solid understanding of automation tools, coding best practices, and framework design.
• Familiarity with SDLC, Agile methodologies, and automation workflows.
• Proficient with Git and collaborative version control practices.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• **Preferred Qualifications**
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
• Knowledge of API testing and automation for REST/SOAP services.
• Familiarity with Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or other scripting/automation frameworks.
• Experience leveraging AI tools for automated test case generation and execution (e.g., MCP Server or similar).
• Familiarity with manual testing and experience sharing or training others on automation scripts is a plus.