RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ACHT QA Automation Engineer is responsible for writing and executing automated test cases and aiding in the design of a test automation framework using the current in-house tool (Tricentis Tosca) to ensure the functionality of our software suite which includes both web and mobile applications. The QA Automation Engineer handles work of moderate to complex scope and complexity.Our focus is on building the highest quality applications using cutting-edge technologies to satisfy market driven needs, regulatory policies, procedures, and feature specifications.This role requires a unique blend of skills across software development, process engineering, automation, and learning & development. The candidate must be analytical, detail-oriented, possess excellent organizational skills, and successfully collaborate with others in the organization.
The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
- Design, maintain, and execute automated test cases and solutions for functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
- Develop UI/UX automated test cases for web and mobile applications, ensuring a seamless end user experience.
- Identify areas suitable for automation and provide input into the selection of test cases for automation to improve test coverage and efficiency.
- Work closely with manual testers and developers to integrate automation into the overall testing process and optimize testing efforts.
- Collaborate with Manual QA teams to ensure new functionalities and changes to existing functionalities are covered and those which are not feasible for automation.
- Design, develop, maintain, and expand scalable and reusable test automation frameworks including data driven frameworks to support efficient testing.
- Focus on continuous test automation enhancements and identify areas of improvement.
- Implement steps and strategies to improve test automation practices.
- Perform peer automated test code reviews and optimize test code execution.
- Integrate test automation into the CI/CD pipeline for continuous regression testing.
- Gather and present test automation metrics for the projects to key stakeholders.
- Demonstrate automation solutions to key stakeholders, showcasing value and progress.
- Experience working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams with a delivery focus in both project and operational environments.
- Ability to manage own time and work effectively to meet deadlines.
- Ability to write clear and concise text for different audiences.
- Understanding of a complex technical Internet environment.
- Testing on a variety of platforms including the latest browsers and mobile devices.
- Manual Support: Perform exploratory or manual testing when automation is not feasible.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION:
- 5 years automated testing experience preferred (or similar developer experience) including system testing and UI testing covering all areas of the SDLC.
- Strong experience with automation tools (Playwright, Selenium, Cucumber, Appium, or similar).
- Tricentis Tosca automation experience a plus.
- Ability to design scalable and maintainable automated test frameworks.
- Experience with UI/UX test automation for mobile and web applications is an advantage.
- Good to have experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with experience with coding in languages such as C#, JavaScript, or Python.
- Experience working in an Agile development environment (Scrum, Kanban).
- Understanding of SQL queries to validate database integrity and backend testing.
- Knowledge of web services, web sites, databases, network connectivity and authentication, SQL Server, configuration, and debugging is preferred.
- Solid understanding of QA methodologies and manual software testing preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- College degree or equivalent work experience
- 5 - 10 years of experience in related role(s)
- Tricentis Tosca experience a huge plus
COMPETENCIES:
- Analytical: Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex software systems and business requirements to derive effective testing strategies.
- Detail-Oriented: High level of attention to detail, ensuring the identification of even the smallest issues that might affect product quality.
- Communicative: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a simple, understandable way and interact effectively with diverse teams.
- Collaborative: Strong team player who is open to giving and receiving feedback and can work well with various stakeholders.
- Proactive: Ability to identify potential issues before they become problems and take prevent action.
- Eager Learner: Willingness to stay updated with the latest technologies, methodologies, and tools.
Adaptable: Ability to adjust to shifting priorities in an agile development environment
