Enterprise Test Automation Lead

Eli Lilly and • Indianapolis, IN

67d • $63,750 - $145,200

About The Position

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. As a Test Automation Lead, you will be responsible for driving the quality and reliability of automation solutions across the enterprise. In this role, you will work closely with Engineers and cross-functional teams throughout the full application lifecycle-ensuring that systems are thoroughly tested, resilient, and aligned with business needs from development through production.

Requirements

• Experience with API testing and performance testing tools such as k6, LoadRunner, and JMeter.
• Familiar with database testing and SQL scripting for data validation.
• Understanding of authentication and identity protocols such as OAuth and OpenID Connect.
• Experience with accessibility testing standards and tools.
• Experience in Python scripting for automation and testing tasks.
• Familiar with AWS services.
• Familiar with Power BI reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and their testing requirements.
• Proficiency in BDD frameworks, particularly Cucumber.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools for CI/CD.
• Understanding of compliance and documentation processes in the healthcare/pharma industry.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• 6+ years of experience as a Software Tester or Test Lead.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira.
• Experience with JavaScript testing frameworks such as Cypress and Playwright.
• Experience across various testing types: functional, integration, regression, mobile, data, cross-platform, component, security, and UI/UX.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of testers to plan, design, and execute comprehensive testing strategies and test plans across various Tech@Lilly projects.
• Champion and implement an automation-first approach in test execution strategies.
• Influence and guide stakeholders on test automation best practices and quality standards.
• Design and maintain independent test cases for newly developed applications.
• Provide actionable feedback to developers on automated testing strategies, design improvements, and patches.
• Conduct system load and performance tests for new products and features.
• Collaborate with quality representatives to document and maintain quality processes.
• Create and maintain Test Plans and Test Strategies aligned with project goals.
• Drive improvements in functionality, design, and usability of new software products.
• Conduct automated tests to ensure software is reliable, secure, and fit for purpose.
• Analyze software and systems to identify risks and prevent defects.
• Identify, document, and track bugs through resolution.
• Stay current with compliance documentation and apply relevant standards to testing activities.
• Continuously upskill and adopt the latest advancements in testing tools and methodologies.
• Implement Shift Left strategies to integrate testing early in the development lifecycle.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension.
• Vacation benefits.
• Eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• Flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts).
• Life insurance and death benefits.
• Certain time off and leave of absence benefits.
• Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing