Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Architect

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JOB SUMMARY

As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Architect works with the Directors of Quality Assurance and Engineering to define and implement the roadmap for quality assurance practices and related technical capabilities across the organization.  The SDET Architect creates and designs test automation for internal and customer-facing applications. The role works directly with Engineers, SDET’s, Product Managers, and Program Managers to ensure quality development and quality of our applications and platforms. The SDET Architect also works with Quality Assurance and Engineering Directors to drive the software development process toward quality-centric methodologies.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Accountable for overall design, creation and maintenance of automation framework.
  • Experienced in improving QA efficiency by enforcing in-sprint automation and implementing CI/CD.
  • Identify adequate automation tools and build framework for new projects
  • Analyze and synthesize requirements to create automation test plan, scope and test cases.
  • Engage third party solution providers to integrate external and internal quality assurance practices and automation
  • Monitors automation test execution results & modifies/maintains code to keep the automation code base in working order
  • Actively looks for ways to improve the stability of the automation code base & suggests items for improvement to leadership
  • Develops and implements new report templates for use within the QA SDLC processes, including training automation and project team members
  • Responsible for defect identification, documentation, and communication
  • Clearly distinguishes between automation failures and valid defects
  • Perform root cause analysis for testing related issues that were identified by the individual, Quality Assurance, and Engineering personnel
  • Provides support to the project team in the use of tools (TFS, Jira, HPQC, etc.) and techniques to link manual and automated test coverage
  • Define and implement the architecture to support automated UI and API functionality tests using Katalon Studio
  • Design, develop, debug and execute Performance tests
  • Design, develop, debug Security tests using Burp Suite
  • Create, prioritize, and maintain test plans inside qTest Manager
  • Create and execute manual and automated test cases and report on test plans
  • Estimate planned work, identify risks, and participate in sprint planning and status meetings
  • Ensure quality standards and acceptance criteria are defined for planned work
  • Tracking and reporting of software defects using Jira
  • Reproduce and verify reported issues
  • Perform manual and automated regression tests
  • Assist with the configuration and administration of SDET tooling

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • 8+ years experience in testing enterprise software, preferably in a SaaS environment
  • Able to architect & build framework from scratch
  • Excellent grasp on Page object Model & Design Patterns
  • Code Review and Debugging
  • Proficient in creation of API Automation framework & Automate API using Restful services
  • Experience working in CI/CD Environment such as Jenkins
  • Proficient in Git, Bitbucket or Version control tool
  • Working knowledge of Dockers, AWS serverless tech
  • Experience with NoSQL databases
  • Experience with Selenium based testing tools like BrowserStack or Saucelabs
  • Experience with SQL and one or more database platforms (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, etc.)
  • Experience with one or more Test Case Management Tools (qTest, Quality Center, TestRail, etc.)
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain test cases, both manual and automated
  • Proven ability to work with software development engineers for problem reproduction and resolution
  • Proven ability to successfully relate to varying levels of functional and technical personnel
  • Scripting experience with Groovy, Java, Javascript, Python a plus
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with all levels of the organization
  • Experience with one or more testing automation tools such as Katalon, Selenium or QTP
  • Work well in a startup environment and be able to get the job done with minimal direction
  • A passion for learning and continuously honing your craft
  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Computer Science, Math, or Engineering major is preferable.
  • Experience working in an Agile environment on highly collaborative Scrum Teams
  • Experience implementing QA activities in a CI/CD environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Willingness to jump in and do what it takes to solve problems

TOP 3 SKILLS :

  1. Test Automation Architecture Development
  2. Cross-Team Collaboration and Coordination Skills
  3. CI/CD QA Implementation
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