Appium Tester (225-709)

An Appium Tester plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth functionality and performance of mobile applications. This position demands a thorough understanding of the Appium framework, which is instrumental in automating mobile app testing across various platforms such as iOS and Android. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in software quality assurance, coupled with skills in scripting and programming languages. This role is essential for driving efficiency and delivering high-quality mobile applications by identifying bugs and performance issues before the product reaches end users. By leveraging test automation, an Appium Tester contributes to a more consistent, rapid development lifecycle, significantly enhancing user experience while reducing time to market.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test scripts using the Appium testing framework.
• Conduct comprehensive testing on mobile applications for quality assurance purposes.
• Collaborate with developers to understand requirements and design automation test strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automated tests and scripts efficiently.
• Adopt and promote best practices in testing methodologies to other team members.
• Generate detailed reports on testing outcomes, issues, and overall software quality.
• Ensure that new features function correctly by performing regression testing.
• Create test scenarios and cases tailored to specific mobile application needs.
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve and refine testing processes continually.
• Update and maintain test documentation, including plans, cases, and scripts.
• Analyze testing processes, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.
• Stay updated with the latest trends in mobile testing and Appium updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in quality assurance and test automation, specifically using Appium.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C# for test scripting.
• Strong understanding of mobile technologies and app development for iOS and Android.
• Ability to write robust automated tests and develop testing frameworks effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting.
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical issues and collaborate with teams.