Automation QA Tester - Desktop

Coats is a world leader in thread manufacturing and structural components for apparel and footwear, as well as an innovative pioneer in performance materials.

Trusted by the world's leading companies to deliver crucial, innovative, and sustainable solutions, we provide value-adding products including apparel, footwear and specialty threads.

With a proud heritage dating back more than 250 years and a spirit of evolution to constantly stay ahead of changing market needs, we have operations across 50 countries with a workforce of over 17,000, serving our customers worldwide.

Headquartered in the UK, Coats* connects talent, textiles, and technology to make a better and more sustainable world.

www.coats.com

Role Purpose:

As an Automation QA Tester, you will be pivotal to the successful delivery of Coats Digital’s product development and its delivery to our customers. You will be part a culture of high-quality deliverables at all stages of product development and project lifecycles, bringing a focus on customer success into the heart of everything we do.

You will report to the QA Lead and will work closely with the manual QA Testers and project teams to guarantee the quality of our software deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report directly to QA Lead.
• Share knowledge with QA team members.
• Participate in standups and QA level meetings.
• Develop and execute automation test cases, scripts and plans.
• Create and update test scripts using Test Complete.
• Contribute to the development and updating of the automation test framework.
• Provide Standard Test Report to the QA Lead (and other stakeholders as appropriate) to update on the QA Automation Status.
• Contribute to QA strategy and processes.
• Work with the rest of the QA team to ensure the quality output is not compromised and that we deliver software with a quality-first approach.
• Track and maintain defects in the defect management system and aid the development team to ensure proper resolution.
• Work with Developers to understand, mitigate and resolve software issues.
• Triage issues found in the automated test scripts.
• Consider client expectations and review quality standards, escalating to QA Manager as required.
• Any other duties or special projects as reasonably requested by Coats Digital.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 2+ years of total experience.
• Knowledge of desktop test automation and making suggestions on the approach.
• Experienced with testing a desktop application.
• Experienced with different QA Processes and Methods.
• Experienced in preparing automated test scripts.
• Be analytical and have excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experienced in Test Complete.
• Experienced with JavaScript.
• Excellent communication skills to ensure clear and timely feedback to the QA Lead and development teams.
• Flexibility with the ability to work under pressure.

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and help shape the future of textiles.