Senior Quality Analyst

You are a Senior Test Automation Engineer at SIDGS, a global systems integrator and implementation partner of Google, specializing in providing Digital Solutions & Services to Fortune 500 companies. Your role is crucial in leading the development and execution of automated testing strategies for software products, working closely with development teams, product managers, and QA teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building robust automated test frameworks, driving continuous integration, and leading test automation efforts across multiple platforms. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Test Automation Strategy:** Design, develop, and implement comprehensive test automation strategies to support the continuous delivery of high-quality software. - **Framework Development:** Create and maintain scalable, reusable test automation frameworks using industry-standard tools and practices (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Cypress, etc.). - **Script Development:** Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts for functional, regression, integration, and performance testing. - **Collaboration:** Work closely with developers, DevOps engineers, and QA teams to integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline and to promote a culture of quality throughout the software development lifecycle. - **Test Planning & Documentation:** Write and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts; contribute to test documentation and automation best practices. - **Mentorship:** Mentor junior engineers and QA staff in test automation methodologies and best practices. - **Reporting & Metrics:** Track and report on test execution progress, identify potential quality risks, and provide feedback on areas for improvement. - **Tool Evaluation:** Continuously evaluate and recommend new testing tools, frameworks, and approaches to improve efficiency and reliability. **Required Qualifications:** - **Experience:** 5+ years of experience in test automation with expertise in multiple automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, TestNG, JUnit, etc.). - **Programming Skills:** Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar. - **Testing Methodologies:** Strong understanding of QA methodologies, test planning, test case design, and test automation strategies. - **Version Control:** Experience with source control systems like Git. - **CI/CD:** Strong experience integrating automated testing into continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. - **Agile:** Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. - **Analytical Skills:** Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy. - **Communication:** Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to various stakeholders. **Preferred Qualifications:** - **Experience with cloud-based testing and environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).** - **Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.** - **Experience with performance testing and security testing automation.** - **ISTQB Certification or other relevant testing certifications.**,