Sr QA Automation

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks using Python.
• Define and establish automation criteria, standards, and best practices aligned with industry benchmarks and organizational needs.
• Develop and mature automation frameworks for end-to-end and integration testing to improve execution speed, scalability, accessibility, and flexibility.
• Build and maintain advanced automated test suites across multiple platforms, environments, and releases.
• Design, configure, and maintain complex QA and test automation environments for UI and non-UI testing.
• Develop and implement effective testing strategies and automation techniques to validate application functionality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support product delivery schedules through planning, execution, and reporting of automated test suites.
• Establish and manage automated test environments for complex, multi-tier systems.
• Identify, analyze, document, and track defects, inconsistencies, and risks across application functionality, data, UI, content, and security.
• Partner closely with development teams to resolve automation and programming inconsistencies and identify opportunities to improve test coverage and automation effectiveness.
• Analyze and decompose complex software systems and design comprehensive automation strategies.
• Mentor and coach Test Automation Engineers I & II and train QA analysts on framework usage, script execution, and defect investigation.
• Measure, track, and report automation efficiency, coverage, and quality metrics using reporting and analytics tools.
• Gather technical requirements from internal stakeholders and provide informed recommendations for automation solutions.
• Engineer solutions to collect, analyze, and report test results using metrics and reporting platforms.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, trends, and best practices in test automation.
• Provide guidance and support to employees, vendors, and stakeholders on automation processes, tools, and standards.
• Deliver high-quality work in a timely manner while maintaining a strong customer-service focus.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  
  

• Minimum 5 years of progressive Quality Assurance experience, including at least 4 years of automated testing experience.
• Strong experience with automation frameworks, tools, and scripting, preferably using Python.
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including participation in QA reviews and validation of requirements and specifications.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools and technologies such as Selenium, HP UFT, SoapUI, HP ALM, DVO, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in SQL and database technologies for test data setup, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with client-side and web technologies including HTTP, HTML, Java, and JavaScript.
• Working knowledge of developer and CI/CD tools, but not limited to Git, Jenkins, Eclipse, Subversion, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide detailed technical analysis and root-cause investigations.
• Experience testing complex, multi-tier, web-based systems and data-driven applications.
• Working knowledge of QA methodologies, testing techniques, and risk-based testing approaches.
• Experience with cloud-based applications is preferred.
• Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum environments is preferred.
• Exposure to project management practices is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex technical concepts.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong customer-service orientation with a positive, solution-focused attitude.
• Demonstrated organizational, troubleshooting, and adaptability skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and Company values.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• ISTQB or CSTE Foundation Certification preferred.