QA Engineer Automated

Lumen Solutions Group Inc.•Austin, TX

9d•Remote

About The Position

QA automation engineers design automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically. This includes determining the priority for test scenarios and creating execution plans to implement these scenarios. Designing documentation for automated processes. QA Automation Analyst 3 will be responsible for the development and maintenance of test scripts for both manual and automated testing. Experience preparing UAT test cases, aligning them with business requirements, and conducting walkthroughs with stakeholders to ensure clarity. Tracks test case execution and provides reporting. Use Jira to log and track defects. Develops and maintains requirements traceability matrices. Must have experience working in an Agile environment. Supports the development team as needed in dev, test, and UAT environments and troubleshoots the defect as required.

Requirements

8 or more years of experience.
Experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Independently performs a variety of complicated tasks.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Experience in writing and executing test cases, as well as creating test plans.
Knowledge of software usability concepts and requirements traceability, and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process.
Knowledge of Xray Test Case management tool.
Knowledge and experience working with a scrum team in an agile environment to deliver software release sprints for HHSC, on time, with a focus on quality using Jira and SharePoint.
Proficient in defect tracking and management using industry-standard tools such as Jira and systematically log, categorize, and prioritize identified defects, ensuring a clear and organized record of issues throughout the software development lifecycle.
Knowledge of SQL query writing to perform Create, Read, Update, Delete operations.
Experience in API Testing using Postman, or similar.
Experience working on different types of testing: e.g., unit, integration, regression, smoke, user acceptance, system, stress, and performance.
Knowledge of code coverage tools, process or analysis, and design work.
QA automation testing and scripting experience using UFT.
Ability to effectively organize and present complex technical information, both orally and in writing.
Ability to effectively work both independently and with sprint development team members.
Ability to work under pressure under tight time constraints.
Be self-driven, helping the team achieve goals and overall project delivery milestones.
Skill communicating with varied levels of staff and end users to develop positive and effective working relationships.
Ability to assist by responding to inquiries from others regarding errors, problems, or questions about programs and handling multiple projects.
Ability to accurately track time spent working on projects, as well as the ability to accurately estimate changes or enhancements.
Experience utilizing accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Experience in writing and executing test cases, as well as creating test plans.
Knowledge of software usability concepts and requirements traceability, and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) process.
Knowledge of Xray Test Case management tool and Jira Project management tool.
Strong SQL query knowledge – Create, Read, Update, Delete.
Experience in writing and executing tests automation using UFT.
Experience in conducting API Testing and automation using Postman, SOAPUI, JMETER or similar.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming preferred.
Experience working with the State of Texas HHS agency and system preferred.

Responsibilities

Design automated tests by creating scripts that run testing functions automatically.
Determine the priority for test scenarios and create execution plans to implement these scenarios.
Design documentation for automated processes.
Develop and maintain test scripts for both manual and automated testing.
Prepare UAT test cases, align them with business requirements, and conduct walkthroughs with stakeholders.
Track test case execution and provide reporting.
Use Jira to log and track defects.
Develop and maintain requirements traceability matrices.
Support the development team in dev, test, and UAT environments.
Troubleshoot defects as required.
Develop and execute automated test cases to verify authentication processes, user permissions, and roles.
Organize and present complex technical information, both orally and in writing.
Effectively work both independently and with sprint development team members.
Work under pressure under tight time constraints.
Be self-driven, helping the team achieve goals and overall project delivery milestones.
Communicate with varied levels of staff and end users to develop positive and effective working relationships.
Respond to inquiries from others regarding errors, problems, or questions about programs.
Handle multiple projects.
Accurately track time spent working on projects.
Accurately estimate changes or enhancements.