Mobile Apps Test Automation Engineer
Company: Synchrony Financial
Location: Richmond
Posted on: February 23, 2026
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Job Description:
Job ID: 2504306 Job Description: Role Summary/Purpose We are
looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Mobile Apps Test
Automation Engineer who can take ownership of mobile automation
strategy, design, and execution for complex, high-performance
applications in the Financial and Banking domain. The ideal
candidate will have a strong foundation in Appium, XCUITest and
Java, along with experience in building scalable automation
frameworks and executing robust test suites on real devices. Our
Way of Working We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At
Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work
from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices.
Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office
for in person engagement activities such as business or team
meetings, training and culture events. Essential Responsibilities
Design and develop end-to-end mobile test automation frameworks
using Appium with Java for both Android and iOS platforms. Build
and maintain test scripts, test data, and reusable components to
ensure scalable and maintainable automation. Execute and
troubleshoot automated test scripts on physical mobile devices,
ensuring accuracy and performance under real-world conditions.
Collaborate with developers, QA leads, and product teams to
identify high-risk areas and prioritize testing efforts. Maintain
documentation for framework architecture, test cases, and
automation coverage. Contribute to continuous integration efforts
by integrating automated scripts into CI/CD pipelines. Stay updated
with emerging tools, trends, and practices in the mobile automation
and medical compliance ecosystem. Perform other duties and/or
special projects as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements At least
6 years of experience in software testing, with at least 4 years in
mobile test automation. Expertise in Appium and Cucumber, with
hands-on experience building automation frameworks from scratch.
Experience with the ALM Octane framework. Strong understanding of
mobile device architecture and hands-on experience with physical
device testing. Excellent problem-solving skills, with a solid
grasp of debugging and root cause analysis in mobile test
environments. Ability and flexibility to travel for business as
required Desired Characteristics: Knowledge or experience of BDD
(Behavior Driven Development) approach Familiarity with cloud-based
mobile testing platforms (e.g., Sauce Labs). Knowledge of CI/CD
tools, version control systems (e.g., Git), and Agile
methodologies. Prior experience working in Financial or Banking
domain Eligibility Requirements You must be 18 years or older You
must have a high school diploma or equivalent You must be willing
to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and
submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process You must be
able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal
Deposit Insurance Act. New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of
continuous service with the company before they are eligible to
post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position
requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’
time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles.
Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time
in position before they can post. All internal employees must
consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from
your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you
don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations). Legal
authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor
individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this
job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or
veteran status. Our Commitment When you join us, you’ll be part of
an inclusive culture where your individual skills, experience, and
voice are not only heard – but valued. Together, we’re building a
future where we can all belong, connect, and turn ideals into
action. More than 50% of our workforce is engaged in our Employee
Resource Groups (ERGs), where community and passion intersect to
offer a safe space to learn and grow. This starts when you choose
to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We’re
proud to have an award-winning culture for all. Grade/Level 09 The
salary range for this position is 85,000.00 – 140,000.00 USD Annual
and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company
performance. Actual compensation offered within the posted salary
range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.
Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and
Seattle. Reasonable Accommodation Notice Federal law requires
employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified
individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a
reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.
Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the
application process or work procedures, providing documents in an
alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using
specialized equipment. If you need special accommodations, please
call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific
situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are
available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time
Job Family Group: Information Technology
Keywords: Synchrony Financial, Alexandria , Mobile Apps Test Automation Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Richmond, Virginia
