Automation QA Engineer

Job Description: Day in the life: LexisNexis Quality Engineering is transforming into a Cloud-based DevOps oriented Automation centric organization. In order to deliver high quality software with speed to market in mind, we are looking for an experienced, smart, driven individual who will help us deliver world class products. This could include working in new technologies such as Selenium, Java, Cucumber, a BDD framework, Continuous Integration, and a cloud-based environment with proven experience in automation scripting driving efficiencies into day-to-day Quality Assurance processes. The candidate is responsible for the design and implementation of a solution that can automate accessing and interacting with web services based interfaces, along with driving other emulation software that tests certain aspects of our product. Job Requisition Info: Location/Site: Alpharetta, GA (Atlanta Metro Area) we are in Hybrid mode expect folks to be in office once a week minimum, this might increase in future. Description: Quality Assurance (QA) Automation Engineer The candidate chosen for this role will work alongside team members in an agile environment and apply technical, analytical, and communication skills toward maintaining, improving, and automating high quality test cases in a fast moving organization. We are looking for keen problem solvers who can work in DEVOPS and Continuous Integration environment with proven experience in automation scripting driving efficiencies into day-to-day processes. Team members are expected to have exceptional problem solving skills and be fluent in Selenium with Java, proven experience in creating test frameworks using Selenium, and expertise in Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC). Description QA automation engineer position that will develop, execute, and roll out automation initiatives for QA test teams, that increase testing efficiency, scope of coverage, and speed to market. Education/Experience - Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or relevant field (math and statistics) required - 3-5 years' experience in automation, programming, and systems analysis Key Responsibilities - Exercise independent judgment with minimal direction from supervisor and strong ability to manage one's time - Identify areas for automation improvement and translate needs into robust, scalable, high quality solutions - Automation script development (Web and Mobile)- create, maintain, and enhance existing scripts - Investigate, analyze, document and fix reported issues - Maintain a high level of software/script quality - Successfully implement test development processes, coding/scripting best practices, and code reviews - Design and work with complex data models - Frequent communication and proactive stance on keeping management informed of status - Demonstration of ability to have high performance and delivery of results - All other duties as assigned Technical Skills - Proven expertise in testing tools such as Selenium, TestNG, Junit, Grid, Selenium IDE, JIRA, Mobile Automation Testing preferably Appium, Cucumber BDD, Maven, and Mobile Performance - New development utilizing technologies such as java, python, VB, SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, linux, GIT or any other software version control, Selenium, HP ALM, Zephyr, etc. - Proven experience in creating test frameworks using technologies above - Experience using GitLab/GitHub for source control and development - Proven experience in test plan creation, test case design, test case review, test case execution, defect management, and preparing test reports - Proficient using Quality Center/ALM or Zephyr for test planning, execution, and defect tracking - Knowledge and experience using SOAP services testing and tools used such as Ready API/SoapUI Pro) - Strong knowledge of the entire SDLC - Requirement gathering & analysis, planning, design, development, testing, and implementation - Working knowledge of agile technologies and continuous integration/delivery - Solve technical challenges which will result in shortening test cycles, increase product speed to market and improve the test frameworks, tools and technologies used by the organization - Strong research skills - Ability to identify cause and cure for complex bug fixes - Good verbal and written communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills - Ability to work well with internal and external technology resources - Roll out designed processes to augment testing efforts and contribute to CI readiness Required Skills : Cucumber, GitHub, Selenium, Java a.) Proven experience in testing tools such as Selenium, Java, TestNG, Cucumber, Mobile Automation preferably Appium and creating test frameworks and adding more regression scenarios b.) Solve technical challenges which will result in shortening test cycles, increase product speed to market and improve the test frameworks, tools and technologies used by the organization c.) Strong knowledge of SDLC - req't gathering & analysis, planning, design, development, testing, and implementation d.) SQL and Gitlab Basic Qualification : - Ideally, 3-5 years experience in automation, programming, and systems analysis - BEST: candidates who can develop, execute, and roll out automation initiatives for QA test teams that increase testing efficiency, scope of coverage and speed to market. This is accomplished through proven abilities, skills, and results. Someone who can articulate what they have accomplished individually and as a part of a team, being engaged, motivated, and driven. Additional Skills : - Ideally, 3-5 years experience in automation, programming, and systems analysis - BEST: candidates who can develop, execute, and roll out automation initiatives for QA test teams that increase testing efficiency, scope of coverage and speed to market. This is accomplished through proven abilities, skills, and results. Someone who can articulate what they have accomplished individually and as a part of a team, being engaged, motivated, and driven. Background Check :Yes Notes : Selling points for candidate : Project Verification Info : Candidate must be your W2 Employee :Yes Exclusive to Apex :No Face to face interview required :No Candidate must be local :Yes Candidate must be authorized to work without sponsorship ::No Interview times set : :No Type of project :Development/Engineering Master Job Title :Misc: Non-Technical Branch Code :Atlanta