Automation Test Engineer

Job Description

Role Expectations : - Develop functional automation tests using Java-based test automation tools such as Selenium, Cucumber, and Junit. - Knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins). - Ensure automation testing standards are met across the product team and guide the team on best practice testing practices that align with project objectives. - Understand the scope of work in each sprint/release and direct automation testing efforts to the areas of most risk. - Conduct manual testing when required. - Have skills in creating CI/CD pipelines for automation tests. Must Have Skills : - A minimum of 6 years overall Testing Experience. - At least 4 years of Automation Testing Experience with Cucumber, Java, and Junit. - Experience in WebdriverIO with TypeScript. - Basic Java development skills. - Strong experience with TestNG and BDD. - Strong market knowledge, particularly in the trade regulatory and banking sectors. - Experience in TestNG/Cucumber. - Experience with Selenium (or similar) Automation frameworks. - Understanding of Agile methodologies such as Scrum. - Experience with CI/CD pipeline integration for automation tests. Nice to Have : - SQL - Financial markets knowledge, including derivative-type trades. For example : IRS, Bonds, FX Cash, FX Options. Your Responsibilities : - SCRUM Team Collaboration : Work closely with software developers within a single SCRUM team to integrate testing seamlessly into the development process. - Test Automation Design : Create and implement test automation strategies and concepts based on design specifications, ensuring comprehensive coverage. - Functional and Non-Functional Testing : Plan, execute, and document functional and non-functional tests throughout the agile development lifecycle. - Effort Estimation : Accurately estimate the scope and size of testing efforts for each user story, balancing thoroughness with efficiency. - Testability in Design : Collaborate with developers during the design phase to evaluate and enhance the testability of software components. - Issue Resolution : Work closely with developers to analyze, diagnose, and resolve issues, fostering a proactive approach to problem-solving. - Acceptance Criteria Definition : Partner with the Product Owner to define clear acceptance criteria and tests for user stories, ensuring alignment with customer requirements. - Quality Metrics : Develop and maintain tools and metrics to measure software quality and test coverage, driving continuous improvement in our processes. - Continuous Integration Enhancement : Contribute to the enhancement of our existing Continuous Integration (CI) processes, ensuring smooth and automated testing workflows. - Test Environment Setup : Set up and configure test environments and manage test data to support comprehensive testing activities. - Team Collaboration Tools : Utilize collaboration tools like JIRA and Confluence effectively to communicate and document testing efforts.