Automation Tester

Key Responsibilities: UI Test Automation Development:

Design, develop, and maintain automated UI test scripts using frameworks such as Selenium with Gauge/Cucumber or other BDD-supported frameworks. API Test Automation Development:

Create, develop, and maintain API automation test scripts utilizing tools like ReadyAPI or Postman. Test Planning & Collaboration:

Work closely with the QA team to identify test scenarios, define test requirements, and create comprehensive test plans. Test Execution & Analysis:

Execute automated test scripts, analyze the results, and report defects to the development team for resolution. Regression Testing:

Perform regression testing on new releases to ensure existing functionality remains intact. Test Data Management:

Manage and maintain accurate test data to support consistent, repeatable test executions. Defect Tracking & Management:

Use defect tracking tools to monitor and escalate critical issues to the development team promptly. Continuous Improvement:

Stay up-to-date with the latest testing trends, tools, and best practices, and proactively suggest process improvements. Required Qualifications & Skills: Proven experience in

Black Box Testing ,

White Box Testing ,

Boundary Testing ,

Negative Testing , and

Functional & Regression Testing . Test Automation Experience:

At least 3 years of hands-on experience with test automation tools, such as Katalon and Selenium with Gauge/Cucumber (or any BDD-supported framework). Programming Proficiency:

Strong programming skills in at least one language (Java, C#, etc.) for developing automated test scripts. Familiarity with Automation Frameworks:

Experience with test automation frameworks, design patterns, and best practices. API Automation Expertise:

Experience using tools like

Postman

or

SoapUI/ReadyAPI

for API testing. Web Technologies:

Knowledge of web technologies, including

HTML ,

CSS ,

JavaScript , and

AJAX , for web application testing. Test Data Management:

Experience working with Microsoft SQL Server and developing queries for test data management. Program Interfaces & Services:

Basic understanding of program interfaces, services, databases, messaging systems, and file management. Test Case Design:

Solid understanding of test case design and test scenario creation based on user stories and requirements. Defect Reporting:

Experience in using defect management tools for defect tracking and reporting. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:

Strong analytical skills for identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving testing issues. Security Clearance:

The selected candidate will undergo a background investigation by the government and must meet the necessary requirements to hold a position of public trust. Preferred Skills (Additional): Test Data Generation:

Familiarity with tools and techniques for generating test data. Version Control:

Experience using source control management tools like

Git . Scripting Knowledge:

Proficiency in scripting languages such as

Perl ,

Python , or

Groovy . CI/CD Experience:

Knowledge of integrating test automation into

CI/CD

pipelines for continuous testing and deployment. Performance Testing:

Familiarity with performance testing tools like

JMeter

or

LoadRunner . Agile Methodology:

Experience working within

Agile

environments and with Agile software development practices.