QA Automation Engineer

Job Title: QA Automation Engineer

Location: Plano, TX - Onsite

Duration /Term: 12+ Months - Contract

Description:

What we're looking for

• Experience: The requirements specify proven experience in UI and API automation testing and creating test frameworks. This ensures that the candidate has the necessary background in automation.
• Tool Familiarity: The candidate should have a strong understanding of tools like Appium, as well as cloud platforms like Perfecto, Seetest, or Saucelabs etc. This demonstrates a need for specific technical skills.
• API Knowledge: Strong understanding of backend services and API testing methodologies is essential for this role.
• Scripting Skills: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Java or Python for test automation is a key requirement, indicating a technical aspect of the job.
• CI/CD Experience: Experience with CI/CD pipelines reflects the importance of automation in the software development lifecycle.
• Agile Familiarity: Familiarity with Agile development methodologies is mentioned, suggesting a preference for candidates who can work in an Agile environment.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are emphasized, indicating the need for critical thinking abilities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to collaborate effectively with different teams and stakeholders.
• Domain Knowledge: While not mandatory, knowledge of automotive systems or relevant domains is considered a plus.
• Adaptability: Finally, the willingness to adapt to new technologies and stay updated with industry trends is highlighted, showcasing the importance of continuous learning.

What you'll be doing

• Automation Planning and Execution: The role involves developing and executing an automation planning and scripting strategy. This is a fundamental responsibility for ensuring that automation is carried out effectively and efficiently.
• Test Framework Development: The candidate is expected to design and develop reusable test frameworks for both UI and API testing. Emphasis is placed on reusability and maintainability of test scripts, which is crucial for long-term efficiency.
• Test Script Integration: Managing the integration of automated test scripts with a test management tool indicates a focus on efficient test management and reporting.
• Problem Solving: The role requires the ability to analyze and solve complex problems and motivate team members to produce creative solutions. This suggests a need for critical thinking and leadership skills.
• Collaboration: Collaboration is highlighted throughout the description. The candidate is expected to collaborate in the overall automation effort, influence priorities, assist team members, and work closely with different teams and stakeholders. This reflects the importance of teamwork and communication in the role.
• Pipeline Management: Setting up and maintaining pipelines for test execution demonstrates a commitment to automation efficiency and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
• Deployment and Release Support: The role includes supporting deployment and release activities, which is crucial for ensuring that automation aligns with the software development lifecycle.
• Estimation: Collaborating in the creation of QA program estimates and automation timelines is important for project planning and resource allocation.

Requirements:

Qualifications/ What you bring (Must Haves) Highlight Top 3-5 skills

• Java Very good in Java core concepts
• Understanding on the Mobile applications testing
• Very good understanding on Junit/BDD/Selenium framework

Key Skill:

Automation Testing, Appium, Selenium, Mobile applications testing, UI and API automation testing, Perfecto, Seetest, Saucelabs, Junit, Java