State of Minnesota
Information Technology Spec 4 - QA Automation Lead
State of Minnesota, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Job DetailsWorking Title: QA Automation LeadJob Class: Information Technology Specialist 4Agency: MN State Retirement System
Job ID : 81193
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 3 days per week
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 10/22/2024
Closing Date : 11/04/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN State Retirement System / State Retirement System-MAPE
Division/Unit : MN State Retirement System / Systems Analysis
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range:
$36.52 - $60.24 / hourly; $76,253 - $125,781 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Job SummaryAs a QA Automation Lead, you will manage the creation of advanced automated regression, smoke, and functional testing solutions for MSRS applications. The scope of this role will include leading development and execution of automated tests, building new automated testing processes and architectures, and meeting deliverables at every phase of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Throughout you will collaborate with the QA Lead, Development Lead, and other team members on the implementation of test environments, the deployment of automation components, and mentoring of other IT Application Development staff.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
Leading the planning and analysis for Test Automation
Executing automated tests and analyzing test results
Collaborating with other application staff and mentoring other testers and developers on test automation.
QualificationsMinimum QualificationsThis position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience in IT Quality Assurance. A Master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field substitutes for 18 months of experience, OR a related Bachelor’s degree substitutes for 1 year, OR a related Associate’s substitutes for 6 months.
Experience of candidates considered must include:
Two (2) of the four (4) years of test automation experience, including creation and execution of automated test scripts
Experience in testing complex software systems and in creating test plans, test scripts, and test reports
Experience using browser virtualization tools to test web applications
Understanding of Section 508 accessibility requirements and web accessibility testing
Experience working in a Linux environment
Experience with one or more distributed source control tools, such as Gitlab, Git, Github, Bitbucket or others
Experience planning and leading the testing effort on projects
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Katalon studio to create and execute automated test cases
Experience setting up and working with pipelines in CI/CD software, such as Jenkins or Gitlab
Experience with one or more defect tracking and requirements management tools, such as Jira, Confluence, ALM, or others
Experience creating automated API tests
Experience testing Javascript-based web apps built with React, Angular, or similar frameworks
Additional RequirementsIt is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)
Criminal History Check
Employment Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Driver's License Check
The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Application DetailsHow to ApplySelect “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
ContactIf you have questions about this position, contact April Strong at april.strong@hr.mnretirement.us .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to April Strong at april.strong@hr.mnretirement.us.
About MN State Retirement SystemMinnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) administers retirement plans that provide retirement, survivor, and disability benefit coverage for Minnesota state employees, the Metropolitan Council, and many non-faculty employees at the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State university system. MSRS covers over 55,000 active employees and currently pays monthly benefits to over 44,000 retirees and survivors.
BenefitsAs an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
Training, classes, and professional development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies
based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
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Job ID : 81193
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 3 days per week
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 10/22/2024
Closing Date : 11/04/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN State Retirement System / State Retirement System-MAPE
Division/Unit : MN State Retirement System / Systems Analysis
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range:
$36.52 - $60.24 / hourly; $76,253 - $125,781 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Job SummaryAs a QA Automation Lead, you will manage the creation of advanced automated regression, smoke, and functional testing solutions for MSRS applications. The scope of this role will include leading development and execution of automated tests, building new automated testing processes and architectures, and meeting deliverables at every phase of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Throughout you will collaborate with the QA Lead, Development Lead, and other team members on the implementation of test environments, the deployment of automation components, and mentoring of other IT Application Development staff.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
Leading the planning and analysis for Test Automation
Executing automated tests and analyzing test results
Collaborating with other application staff and mentoring other testers and developers on test automation.
QualificationsMinimum QualificationsThis position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience in IT Quality Assurance. A Master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field substitutes for 18 months of experience, OR a related Bachelor’s degree substitutes for 1 year, OR a related Associate’s substitutes for 6 months.
Experience of candidates considered must include:
Two (2) of the four (4) years of test automation experience, including creation and execution of automated test scripts
Experience in testing complex software systems and in creating test plans, test scripts, and test reports
Experience using browser virtualization tools to test web applications
Understanding of Section 508 accessibility requirements and web accessibility testing
Experience working in a Linux environment
Experience with one or more distributed source control tools, such as Gitlab, Git, Github, Bitbucket or others
Experience planning and leading the testing effort on projects
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Katalon studio to create and execute automated test cases
Experience setting up and working with pipelines in CI/CD software, such as Jenkins or Gitlab
Experience with one or more defect tracking and requirements management tools, such as Jira, Confluence, ALM, or others
Experience creating automated API tests
Experience testing Javascript-based web apps built with React, Angular, or similar frameworks
Additional RequirementsIt is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)
Criminal History Check
Employment Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
Driver's License Check
The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Application DetailsHow to ApplySelect “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
ContactIf you have questions about this position, contact April Strong at april.strong@hr.mnretirement.us .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to April Strong at april.strong@hr.mnretirement.us.
About MN State Retirement SystemMinnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) administers retirement plans that provide retirement, survivor, and disability benefit coverage for Minnesota state employees, the Metropolitan Council, and many non-faculty employees at the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State university system. MSRS covers over 55,000 active employees and currently pays monthly benefits to over 44,000 retirees and survivors.
BenefitsAs an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
Training, classes, and professional development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies
based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
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