Automation Tester
Job ID: VA-777332
Hybrid/Local Automation Tester (15+) with SQL, JIRA/Zephyr, Selenium, Playwright, Visual Studio Test Edition experience
Location: Richmond, VA (SCC)
Duration: 12 Months
Position: 1 (2)
ON SITE REQUIRED: 2 days ON SITE
1 year Duration expected. Parking NOT provided
Skills:
Proven work experience in software development and software quality assurance Required 8 Years
Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes Required 10 Years
Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plan and test cases Required 10 Years
Hands on experience with automated testing tools Required 10 Years
Solid knowledge of SQL and scripting Required 8 Years
Highly skilled in using automation frameworks like Selenium and Playwright Required 8 Years
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with software developers, project managers, and other team members. Required 8 Years
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality work. Required 8 Years
Maintain and executing automated testing scripts Required 8 Years
Designing and developing automation scripts to validate functionality, accuracy, and efficiency of software product Required 8 Years
Advanced programming skills including automation systems Required 8 Years
Advance Programming skills, a keen eye for details Required 8 Years
Design and prioritize automation scenarios, building comprehensive test suites to ensure product quality and reliability. Required 8 Years
Develop and maintain robust automation scripts Required 8 Years
Hands-on experience of creating test solutions from scratch. Required 8 Years
Experience scripting using Visual Studio Test Edition with Selenium plug-in and Playwright Required 8 Years
BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject Required 8 Years
Experience using JIRA and Zephyr plug in for test script management and execution Required 8 Years
Description:
PLEASE READ: SCC HBE team works 2 days onsite in the BOA building, which is located at 1111 E Main St, Richmond, VA. Parking is NOT provided for contractors.
INTERVIEWS: If selected, the initial interview will be via TEAMS and then a second follow up panel interview will follow. That follow up IV with the panel DOES NOT have to be in person. A skill exercise will be part of the interview process also as the team has spoken with candidates who show years and years of experience on paper but sometimes we find that s not the case. So to recap: there will be one basic interview and the second (more of an interactive one) to test their experience.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Evaluate test automation tools and lead the transition from manual to automated testing. Build and implement test automation frameworks, provide QA support, and define/update quality standards. DevelopAutomation Framework, scripts and script maintenance as well as train existing QA team staff on editing / maintaining scripts.
Responsibilities Include:
Designing and implementing automation tests, debugging and defining corrective actions
Developing and executing automated test scripts using testing software programs
Identifying, analyzing and creating detailed records of problems that appear during testing, such as defects, bugs, errors, and inconsistencies
Reviewing system requirements
Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products.