Test Automation Consultant

Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Test Automation Consultant to join our innovative technology team. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks to ensure the highest quality of our software products. Your expertise will drive efficiency in testing processes, facilitate rapid deployment cycles, and support continuous integration and delivery pipelines. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about elevating software quality through automation, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust test automation frameworks using tools such as Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber, and others to streamline testing activities across multiple platforms including Android and iOS.
• Design and execute automated test cases for mobile applications, web services (RESTful APIs), and enterprise systems to verify functionality, performance, security, and usability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, QA analysts, business analysts, and DevOps engineers to integrate automation into the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) using CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevOps, and TFS.
• Conduct root cause analysis on failed tests or system issues to identify underlying problems; work closely with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve defects efficiently.
• Perform comprehensive testing of APIs using tools such as Postman or SoapUI; validate data integrity with SQL/PL-SQL queries against databases like MySQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, or MongoDB.
• Support mobile testing on Android and iOS platforms by automating test scripts for mobile applications; utilize tools like Appium for cross-platform testing.
• Participate in requirements gathering sessions to understand project scope; translate business needs into effective test automation strategies aligned with Agile or Waterfall methodologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in test automation development using Selenium WebDriver with programming languages such as Java or Python; familiarity with scripting languages like JavaScript or Bash is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of testing frameworks including TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber (BDD), and tools like HP ALM or TestComplete.
• Hands-on experience with mobile testing frameworks for Android and iOS applications; understanding of Appium or similar tools is essential.
• Proficiency in API testing using RESTful services; experience with SOAP protocols is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of SDLC processes including requirements gathering, system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), release management, and QA/QC procedures.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as GitHub, GitLab, SVN; experience integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of database management systems including MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle DB2; ability to perform data analysis skills for troubleshooting and validation purposes.
• Excellent analytical skills for root cause analysis and debugging complex issues across various environments; strong communication skills to document findings clearly. Join us in creating high-quality software solutions through innovative test automation practices! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports your growth while delivering impactful results in the realm of software quality assurance.

Pay: $78,700.05 - $94,778.55 per year Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job Apply To this Job