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JobDescription:As a QA AutomationEngineerfor Richmond National, you willbe responsible forensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications through effective testing and automation. You will collaborate closely with the development team to design, develop, execute, andmaintainautomated test scripts, frameworks, and tools. Yourexpertisein automated testing, software quality assurance, and insurance industry knowledge will be crucial inidentifyingdefects, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality software solutions to support our business operations.

Responsibilities:

Test Automation:

Design, develop, andmaintainautomated test scripts, frameworks, and tools using industry-standard testing tools and methodologies.

Collaborate withinternal and externaldevelopment teamstoidentifyareas suitable for automation and integrate automated tests into the continuous integration anddeliverypipelines.

Execute automated tests and analyze results toidentifyand report defects and inconsistencies, ensuring proper tracking and documentation of issues.

Test Planning and Strategy:

Collaborate with business analysts, software developers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and design comprehensive test plans and strategies.

Develop andmaintaintest cases, test scenarios, and test data to ensuremaximumtest coverage and effectiveness.

Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a test repository for reusability and efficiency.

Identify, track, and report defects using issue tracking systems, ensuring clear andaccuratedocumentation of issues and their resolutions.

Collaborate withAgiledevelopment teams to investigate and troubleshoot issues, providing detailed information andassistingin root cause analysis.

Validate defect fixes and perform regression testing to ensure nonew issuesarise.

Assistin setup andmaintenance oftest environments, including test data preparation and configuration management, to support test execution and ensureaccurateresults.

Collaborate with system administrators and other stakeholders to ensure the availability and stability of test environments.

Quality Assurance:

Contribute to the continuous improvement of software quality assurance practices, processes, and tools.

Participate in code reviews, requirements reviews, and design discussions to provide valuable input from a quality perspective.

Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in test automation tools andtechniques.Recommend improvements to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and project managers, to ensure a seamless integration of testing activities throughout the software development lifecycle.

Communicate testing progress, status, and any potential risks to stakeholders, including management and project teams.

Act as a subject matter expert in QA automation, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related fieldpreferred.
• Proven experience (4-6years) as aQA Automation Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proficiencyin test automation frameworks andtest managementtools (e.g.,Playwright,Selenium, Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG,Testmo,Testrail).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g.,TypeScript,Java, Python) for test automation.
• Experience with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) concepts and tools (e.g., Git,GitHub Actions,Docker).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and interact with stakeholders at various levels.

Compensation:

At the time of posting, the expected base salary range for this role is $95,000-$115,000annually. Additionally, this position is eligible for participation in our annual bonus program. Actual compensation will be determined by many factors, including but not limited to, location, education, certifications, qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, business need, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Richmond National offers a comprehensive benefits package, more details on which can be found below.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans. FSA/HSA plans available.
• Basic Life/AD&D/Short Term/Long Term Disability coverage.
• 401(k) - Company match of up to 6%
• Flexible PTO plan, 11 paid company-wide holidays, plus your birthday off.
• Recognized as a Top Workplace by Richmond Times-Dispatch

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Richmond National is an equal employment opportunity employer, the Company’s employment decisions and practices are not and will not be unlawfully influenced or affected by race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, sex, disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed services, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), gender, traits historically associated with race, such as hairstyle, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions or on any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to obtain or maintain authorization to work in the United States (e.g., H-1B, TN, E-3, or other employment-based visa sponsorship)?*