Senior Quality Assurance Engineer - Java

3Pillar•Ottawa, ON

10d•Remote

About The Position

Elevate your expertise to new heights at 3Pillar, the premier destination for trailblazing senior software engineers like yourself. Your role extends beyond the realm of code composition; you bring software development and quality assurance (QA) expertise to build and maintain automated testing frameworks and tools. You will act as a crucial bridge between development and QA, focusing on preventive quality measures, integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, and promoting best practices in Agile environments.

Requirements

A minimum of 5+ years of experience/expertise in the following areas specified below: Angular( Unit Testing, UX design,Figma, MonoRepo, state management using ngRx), Java, AWS services(Lambda, SQS, etc) ,containerization, ci/cd pipelines
Proficient in all components of the development process, including Code repository (GitHub) and branching strategy, Code review, Coding standards, Code deployment.
Expected to evaluate and make recommendations based on complex Proof of Concepts.
Lead the design and implementation of a scalable automation framework using Java and Angular.
Proficient in API automation and have good understanding of automation frameworks like Playwright, Cypress etc.
Familiar with test driven development
Deep knowledge of databases and SQL, with experience executing complex data validation and interacting with databases for comprehensive backend testing.
Proficient in defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla), with a strong track record in bug reporting, tracking, and resolution processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product Management, Design) to define, design, automate and ship new features and functionality.
Ensure code integrity and organization, including code reviews and mentoring junior developers.
Lead by example in writing clean, maintainable, and testable code.
Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented, with proven ability to work independently and under pressure, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Nice To Haves

A strong advocate for process improvement and innovation, with a history of initiating and leading projects that enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve team efficiency.
Significant experience in performance and load testing, using tools like LoadRunner or JMeter, with the ability to design, execute, and analyze tests to ensure application performance under various conditions.

Responsibilities

Facilitate effective communication with client project stakeholders regarding project status and recommendations.
Craft client code that is not just efficient, but also performant, testable, scalable, secure, and of the highest quality.
Actively participate in accurate planning and estimation efforts, utilizing project methods and tools.
Proficiently gather requirements and organize/present developed features for clients.
Execute complex activities within the current methodology and quality standards, showcasing success across diverse engagements.
Enhance and expand automation frameworks and practices. Identify opportunities for improving testing processes and automation coverage, contributing to the selection and implementation of advanced tools and technologies.
Lead the detailed design and oversight of automated test cases and execution, focusing on critical, high-impact testing activities. Ensure thorough coverage and adherence to quality standards, while efficiently managing resources and timelines.
Promote client success across the team by collaborating with engineers, designers, and managers to understand user pain points, anticipate potential problems, and iterate on solutions that drive client success.
Engage in agile software development, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, team retrospectives, and other governance activities.
Actively participate in the Engineering Practice community, mentoring others through Communities of Practice (CoPs) or on project teams, and supporting the growth of technical capabilities.
Independently drive project delivery within defined architecture, demonstrating autonomy and accountability in all stages from conceptualization to deployment.