Talent Groups
Quality Assurance Automation Tester Job at Talent Groups in Everett
Talent Groups, Everett, MA, United States, 02149
Job Overview
The software Quality Assurance Automation Tester will be responsible for all aspects of functional and non-functional testing of web-based applications. The role focuses on developing and maintaining automation frameworks and test suites, driving the full testing lifecycle, and collaborating with project teams to ensure quality delivery.
Responsibilities
- Plan, conduct manual and automated functional tests for web applications.
- Design, build, and maintain robust automation frameworks using Selenium, Playwright, or similar tools.
- Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business analysts to define test strategy, test plans, and test cases.
- Execute test cases, manage defects, and report test results to cross‑functional teams.
- Develop API and backend test automation around Common web services, SOA, and Web Services.
- Perform black‑box, white‑box, and regression tests, including performance, usability, and accessibility.
- Utilize source control (GitHub) and CI/CD pipelines for test automation integration.
- Document test procedures, maintain test data, and ensure traceability of requirements to test coverage.
- Maintain communication with stakeholders during testing phases, ensuring timely defect resolution.
Specific Duties
- Create, document, and execute test strategies, test plans, and test scripts.
- Test web based applications (Java, Node.JS, .NET, Power BI, etc.).
- Develop and maintain Automation Frameworks and automation test suites for web-based applications.
- Drive test execution, defect management, and results communication.
- Develop test cases from use cases and business requirements, interviewing power users.
- Test the application using sound engineering practices and employ solid source code management practices.
- Experience with GitHub for test automation code management and CI/CD integration pipeline.
- Perform software black box and white box testing including accessibility, usability, integration, regression, performance, and systems testing.
- Test database content and multiple interfaces, including SOA and Web Services.
- Experience with SQL and database querying.
- Help with research of test automation tools and contribute to implementation.
- May be required to be available for standby duty and, if necessary, overtime hours to resolve critical system problems.
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience as a Quality Assurance Automation Tester.
- 5+ years of experience automating web application testing using tools such as Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, or similar frameworks.
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Experience using XPath and CSS Selectors, including customization of XPaths when required.
- Proficiency in developing and maintaining data-driven, modular test automation frameworks, utilizing Page Object Model.
- Expertise in developing and managing test data with robust test strategy.
- Experience in API testing and tools such as Swagger or Postman.
- Experience testing SQL Server/Oracle databases and strong knowledge of SQL queries.
- Experience with source code management tools such as GitHub.
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Xray for test management.
- Knowledge of AWS and cloud-based technologies.
- Extensive testing experience in an Agile environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; strong testing aptitude.
- Strong knowledge of software quality assurance practices and structured development methodologies.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience automating web applications built with Java, Python, .NET, AngularJS, JavaScript, ReactJS, or other SPA frameworks.
- Knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS and Azure.
- Experience with DevOps and CI/CD development pipelines.
- Experience testing and evaluating vendor‑supplied software.
- Experience with education, financial, and public applications is a plus.
- Strong self‑motivation, ownership, and ability to deliver quality results on time.
- Proven track record working on large‑scale projects with diverse stakeholders.
- Adaptability to changing situations and emergencies.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and use discretion in handling confidential information.
Additional Details
Hybrid details: Onsite 1 day/week
Duration: 7 months to start