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Job Summary:

Proficient individuals responsible for leading the development of robust and scalable automation frameworks. Take ownership of automation initiatives for complex projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with other departments. Conducts complex quality control tests and analyses to ensure that applications meet or exceed specified standards and end-user requirements. Supports application/system implementation, modification and on-going maintenance projects for financial services, investments and/or support areas.

Responsibilities:

Perform complex analysis of business, system and end-user requirements and determines appropriate testing scale and scope within assigned areas/projects

Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks. Create robust and scalable test automation frameworks and scripts independently.

Expertise in design and development of complex automated test scripts.

Lead the execution of automated test cases and interpret the results to identify issues.

Identify, document, and manage software defects to resolution.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC.

Assist with building automation strategies

Assist in integration of automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline.

Mentor junior test automation engineers and provide technical guidance.

Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in test automation and implement improvements. Participate in innovation efforts such as AI.

Assist in setting automation best practices.

Assist in documenting training materials and provide trainings on automation tools and frameworks.

Qualification/Skills – Required

• 5-8 years overall testing experience with 2-4 years in automation testing or equivalent automation training•Strong proficiency in Java programming language (Core concepts)•Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.

• Strong understanding of end-to-end testing approach, and end user requirements•UI Automation: Good experience with test automation tools Selenium, JUnit, TestNG.

• Good experience with Jira•Experience in using version control systems (e.g., Git).

• Firm understanding of Gherkin test scenarios and feature files•Strong and effective communication skills.

• Experience in effectively working/managing relationships•Strong experience with SQL database querying•Excellent analytical, problem-solving and debugging skills, with an excellent ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex design and issues.
  Skills - Preferred

• Experience in mentoring test automation teams.

• Working knowledge of Zephyr Enterprise, Browser Stack•Retirement Industry Knowledge•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred··
  We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.