Lead Test Automation Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously improve test coverage and efficiency through automation.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies for test automation.
• Promote a positive team atmosphere by building trust with peers and prioritizing needs of the team.
• Collaborate closely with developers, QA analysts, product managers, and integration partners to build reusable components and enhance the automation suite for faster test delivery.
• Lead complex technology initiatives including those that are companywide with broad impact.
• Act as a key participant in developing standards and companywide best practices for engineering complex and large-scale technology solutions.
• Design, code, test, debug, and document for projects and programs.
• Review and analyze complex, large-scale technology solutions for tactical and strategic business objectives, enterprise technological environment, and technical challenges.
• Make decisions in developing standard and companywide best practices for engineering and technology solutions.
• Collaborate and consult with key technical experts, senior technology team, and external industry groups to resolve complex technical issues.
• Lead projects, teams, or serve as a peer mentor.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Test Automation.
• 5+ years of experience using Java, Python, and JavaScript.
• 5+ years of experience with SDLC and Agile methodologies, utilizing tools such as JIRA, GitHub, Jenkins, and Confluence.
• 5+ years of experience with test automation frameworks and tools including Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Appium, and TestNG.
• 5+ years of experience in API testing and validation using tools like Postman and RestAssured, particularly in the context of payment systems.
• 5+ years of experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and version control systems.
• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education.

Nice to Have

• Knowledgeable in payment messaging standards such as ISO 8583 and ISO 20022.
• Proficient in .NET C#, with strong expertise in ASP.NET WebAPI.
• Over 3 years of hands-on experience with relational database systems such as SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL.
• Solid understanding of Agile development practices, including Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot or comparable generative AI development tools.
• Skilled in Test-Driven Development (TDD), including unit, integration, API, performance, and functional testing.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Demonstrates high levels of responsibility, initiative, and accountability.
• Fast learner with a passion for exploring new and emerging technologies.
• Proficient in evaluating and integrating new tools and technologies to enhance productivity.

Qualifications

• Educational background or formal qualifications are not explicitly specified but experience requirements imply a need for substantial professional experience in software engineering and test automation.

Benefits & Perks

• Health benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement