QA Automation Engineer

Location
Europe
Experience Level
Senior
Type Of Employment
Contract
Remote
Yes
Domain
EdTech

Buffer Group is an experienced IT solutions provider that specializes in creating and testing software for US-based customers. We are looking for a QA Automation Engineer to join our talented team. The Sr. QA Automation Engineer will develop automation scripts, maintain existing automation coverage as needed to fulfil the business objective, endorse the implementation of test automation best practices and mentor other team members in leveraging the automation framework across the board.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and maintain the test automation test plan for products as needed while continuing to enhance and modify based on industry best practices.
  • Utilize automation frameworks to independently develop scripts for supporting automation testing for APIs, front end web-based GUIs and back-end processing systems.
  • Provide technical support to other members of the team in automation efforts.
  • Execute automation strategy, define, and manage automation metrics, and champion process improvements.
  • Mentors junior SDETS in test automation best practices and adherence to overall testing strategy.
  • Advocate and implement enterprise-wide standards and processes that support automated process improvement across the SDLC.
  • Responsible for maintaining existing automation scripts as per strategic roadmap.
  • Assist in defining measurable testing metrics, design and maintain automated reporting and dashboards.
  • Collaborate with the global SQA team to ensure consistent quality across all our Products.


Your Skills and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in software quality assurance, focusing on automation testing.
  • Hands-on experience and proven record working on multiple frameworks (that includes Playwright, Selenium, ReadyAPI, Cypress).
  • Proficiency with Azure DevOps, creating and maintaining automation pipelines and releases.
  • Experienced in performing test automation code reviews, identifying targets for automation, and recommending automation best practices.
  • Experienced with automating UI, APIs, web services and back-end processes.
  • Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes, especially in relation to automation testing.
  • Sound understanding of Agile Scrum principles.
  • Proven experience working with cross-functional teams globally is preferred.
  • Troubleshooting experience in a Windows environment, both client and servers.
  • Experience with performance and/or security testing is a plus but not required.


Your Profile:
  • Excellent Communication: Regular interaction with various global teams and stakeholders requires robust written and verbal communication skills.
  • Team-Oriented: Thriving in a collaborative environment and being eager to actively contribute to the team's goals is important.
  • Self-Starter: Ability to work independently, proactively anticipating potential issues before they manifest into problems.
  • Analytical Mindset: High technical expertise, including the ability to solve complex problems quickly and effectively, is crucial.
  • Adaptable: Adjusting to different time zones and managing different projects
  • simultaneously is part of the role. Adapting to changing priorities and requirements is key.

Join us as we continue to craft state-of-the-art software solutions in a collaborative, dynamic environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Date posted: December 11, 2024