Sr. QA Automation Engineer

Job Description:As a QA Automation Engineer for Richmond National, you willbe responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications through effective testing and automation. You will collaborate closely with the development team to design, develop, execute, andmaintainautomated test scripts, frameworks, and tools. Yourexpertisein automated testing, software quality assurance, and insurance industry knowledge will be crucial inidentifyingdefects, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality software solutions to support our business operations.

Responsibilities:

Test Automation:

Design, develop, andmaintainautomated test scripts, frameworks, and tools using industry-standard testing tools and methodologies.

Collaborate with internal and external development teamstoidentifyareas suitable for automation and integrate automated tests into the continuous integration anddeliverypipelines.

Execute automated tests and analyze results toidentifyand report defects and inconsistencies, ensuring proper tracking and documentation of issues.

Test Planning and Strategy:

Collaborate with business analysts, software developers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and design comprehensive test plans and strategies.

Develop andmaintaintest cases, test scenarios, and test data to ensuremaximumtest coverage and effectiveness.

Contribute to the creation and maintenance of a test repository for reusability and efficiency.

Identify, track, and report defects using issue tracking systems, ensuring clear andaccuratedocumentation of issues and their resolutions.

Collaborate with Agile development teams to investigate and troubleshoot issues, providing detailed information andassistingin root cause analysis.

Validate defect fixes and perform regression testing to ensure nonew issues arise.

Assistin setup and maintenance oftest environments, including test data preparation and configuration management, to support test execution and ensureaccurateresults.

Collaborate with system administrators and other stakeholders to ensure the availability and stability of test environments.

Quality Assurance:

Contribute to the continuous improvement of software quality assurance practices, processes, and tools.

Participate in code reviews, requirements reviews, and design discussions to provide valuable input from a quality perspective.

Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in test automation tools and techniques.

Recommend improvements to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaboration and Communication:

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and project managers, to ensure a seamless integration of testing activities throughout the software development lifecycle.

Communicate testing progress, status, and any potential risks to stakeholders, including management and project teams.

Act as a subject matter expert in QA automation, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience (4-6years) as aQA Automation Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proficiency in test automation frameworks andtest management tools (e.g.,Playwright,Selenium, Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG,Testmo,Testrail).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g.,Type Script,Java, Python) for test automation.
• Experience with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) concepts and tools (e.g., Git,Git Hub Actions,Docker).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and interact with stakeholders at various levels.

Compensation
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At the time of posting, the expected base salary range for this role is $95,000-$115,000annually. Additionally, this position is eligible for participation in our annual bonus program. Actual compensation will be determined…