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We are looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks and solutions to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. As a Senior Automation Engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to streamline the testing process, improve automation coverage, and drive continuous integration practices throughout the development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts for web, mobile, and API applications. Collaborate with development and product teams to understand requirements and translate them into automated test cases. Write clean, efficient, and reusable code for test automation using various tools and programming languages (e.g., Java, Python) Implement and maintain continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, integrating automated tests into the workflow. Ensure that automated tests cover all functional, regression, and performance aspects of applications. Perform testing in Agile sprints and participate in all related ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives). Identify and troubleshoot issues in the application, document defects, and track them to resolution. Collaborate with the team to identify opportunities for improving automation efficiency and coverage. Mentor and guide junior automation engineers to improve their skills and help them grow in their roles. Analyze test results, prepare detailed reports, and communicate findings to stakeholders. Continuously evaluate and introduce new tools and technologies to enhance automation capabilities and streamline testing processes. Drive the adoption of test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD) practices within the team. Support and maintain automated tests in production environments, ensuring they remain up-to-date with evolving features and requirements. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 4 years of experience in software engineering with at least 3 years in an automation-focused role. Proficiency in automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, Cypress, or similar. Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or Ruby. Hands-on experience with continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI). Familiarity with version control systems such as Git. Strong knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and APIs. Solid experience in designing and developing test automation frameworks from scratch. Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) is a plus. Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and Scrum practices. Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues quickly. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Skills: Experience with cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with mobile automation frameworks (e.g., Appium, Espresso, XCUITest). Experience in security testing automation and best practices. Familiarity with database testing, SQL, and data-driven test automation. Knowledge of modern test methodologies such as TDD, BDD, and DevOps principles.
