Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated QA Automation Engineer to join our software development team. As a QA Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products through the design, development, and implementation of automated tests. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and quality assurance analysts, to create robust and efficient automated testing frameworks. Your expertise in test automation tools and methodologies will contribute to improving the overall software development process.

Responsibilities:

Test Automation Strategy and Planning:

• Collaborate with the development team and stakeholders to define the test automation strategy and objectives.
• Assess the feasibility of automating various test scenarios and identify areas where automation can provide the most value.
• Develop a comprehensive test automation plan, including scope, resources, timelines, and dependencies.

Test Framework Design and Development:

• Design and develop reusable and scalable test automation frameworks, tools, and libraries.
• Select appropriate test automation tools and technologies based on project requirements and technology stack.
• Implement and maintain efficient and reliable automated test scripts and configurations.
• Integrate automated tests into the continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline.

Test Execution and Defect Management:

• Execute automated test suites to verify system functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Monitor and analyze test results, identifying and reporting software defects and issues.
• Create comprehensive and detailed bug reports, including reproduction steps and relevant information.
• Collaborate with developers and quality assurance analysts to ensure timely resolution of identified issues.

Test Coverage and Maintenance:

• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand project requirements and define acceptance criteria.
• Identify and prioritize areas for test automation based on risk analysis and business impact.
• Continuously expand and improve the test coverage and maintain existing automated test scripts.
• Regularly review and update test automation frameworks and scripts to incorporate changes in software functionality and technology stack.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with manual testers and quality assurance analysts to ensure a seamless integration of automated and manual testing efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a culture of quality, provide input on testability, and advocate for best practices in testing and quality assurance.
• Participate in code reviews, providing feedback on testability, maintainability, and overall quality aspects of the software.
• Communicate test progress, test results, and other relevant information to project stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a QA Automation Engineer or a similar role, preferably in a software development environment.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium WebDriver, Appium, JUnit, TestNG, etc.).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, best practices, and quality assurance processes.
• Solid understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Continuous learning mindset and a passion for keeping up with industry trends and advancements in QA automation.