Test Automation Engineer

Test Automation Engineer

Posted 7 days ago by 1757489435

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: The Test Automation Engineer will enhance and develop the existing automation framework to improve software quality and client solutions. This role requires a collaborative team player capable of managing multiple projects with competing priorities. The ideal candidate will contribute significantly to the Automation team and ensure high-quality deliverables through effective testing practices. A strong background in automation testing and software methodologies is essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and run automated functional tests for the frontend and backend of our software applications, web services, and integrations.
  • Work with product owners to prioritize testing development backlogs and new requests.
  • Diagnose and report issues based on test failures.
  • Ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
  • Utilize Playwright to expand the current framework and ensure adequate test coverage.
  • Execute test scripts, including setting up the test environment and verifying test results.
  • Maintain and update test scripts and test cases for systems.
  • Perform SQL queries for data analysis and manipulation.
  • Work independently and communicate with various teams in the office and remotely.

Key Skills:

  • A bachelor s degree or relevant experience in a related area.
  • 3-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies.
  • Experience with automation testing applications such as Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, etc.
  • Familiarity with the Page Object model and other automation frameworks.
  • Experience in test development in web-based and API automation roles.
  • Demonstrable ability to write code in at least one scripting language (Typescript, JavaScript, Python).
  • Experience with version control and issue tracking tools such as Azure DevOps.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.
  • Ability to translate system requirements into tests utilizing internal personnel, external customer, and product specs.
  • Ability to collect necessary information and listen to others to make decisions regarding testing.
  • High degree of self-motivation, commitment, and integrity.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Duration: 6+ months, likely to go longer or perm
Interview Process: 2 rounds - 1st with HM, 2nd is a panel
Submittal Requirements: DOB (MM/DD) and Last 4 SSN
Competition: 3 other firms
Start Date: ASAP - probably 9/28
Job Description:
The Test Automation Engineer is responsible for evolving and developing the current automation framework to continually improve the quality of our software products and client solutions. This person will be a crucial contributor to the Automation team. The ideal candidate has a proven ability to handle multiple projects with competing priorities and to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Your Responsibilities:
  • Create and run automated functional tests for the frontend and backend of our software applications, web services, and integrations.
  • Work with product owners to prioritize testing development backlogs and new requests.
  • Diagnose and report issues based on test failures.
  • Ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
  • Utilize Playwright to expand the current framework and ensure adequate test coverage.
  • Execute test scripts, including setting up the test environment and verifying test results.
  • Maintain and update test scripts and test cases for systems.
  • Perform SQL queries for data analysis and manipulation.
  • Work independently and communicate with various teams in the office and remotely.
You Must Have:
  • A bachelor s degree or relevant experience in a related area.
  • 3-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies.
  • Experience with automation testing applications such as Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, etc.
  • Familiarity with the Page Object model and other automation frameworks.
  • Experience in test development in web-based and API automation roles.
  • Demonstrable ability to write code in at least one scripting language (Typescript, JavaScript, Python).
  • Experience with version control and issue tracking tools such as Azure DevOps.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.
  • Ability to translate system requirements into tests utilizing internal personnel, external customer, and product specs.
  • Ability to collect necessary information and listen to others to make decisions regarding testing.
  • High degree of self-motivation, commitment, and integrity.
We Would Also Prefer:
  • Knowledge of Agile testing methodology, practices, and procedures.
  • 2+ years prior software quality assurance experience conducting GUI, Database, API, and backend testing.
  • Experience in automated test development in web-based and API environments.
  • Detail-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to diagnose and report issues based on test failures.