Test Automation Engineer III

Overview:

Have you developed software solutions in a mobile based architecture within the cybersecurity sphere? We are seeking an experienced mobile tester to develop & execute automated tests to deliver on our key milestone components. Experience on mobile platforms is required (iOS, Android, Chromebook). Deep operating system knowledge is critical. 

Forcepoint is transforming cybersecurity by focusing on what matters most: understanding peoples intent as they interact with critical data and intellectual property wherever it resides. Our uncompromising systems enable companies to empower employees with unobstructed access to confidential data while protecting intellectual property and simplifying compliance. Forcepoint continues to be recognised as a Market & Technology Leader in DLP. Forcepoint has products such as Web security, CASB, NGFW, Cross Domain Cyber Solutions and is a pioneer in anti-evasion defences and high-availability clustering. 

This position includes responsibility for architecture & design of our chosen automation framework to test our mobile Endpoint products. We are looking for a highly motivated, ambitious, independent hard worker who wants to be part of a winning team.  

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced tester to work with a team in developing state of the art mobile agents. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute automated tests for both iOS and Android applications. 
• Analyze user requirements and create detailed test cases. 
• Design, develop, and maintain automation scripts using tools like Appium, Selenium, or XCUITest. 
• Identify, document, and track bugs in the system. 
• Perform regression testing when bugs are resolved. 
• Collaborate with the development team to ensure quality throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). 
• Conduct post-release and post-implementation testing. 
• Maintain documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. 
• Stay updated with new testing tools and strategies. 
• Work with a remote development team in executing upon the development of the mobile solution 

Skill and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 
• Experience with automation tools such as Appium, Selenium, or XCUITest. 
• 4+ years’ experience on mobile platforms such as iOS, Android & Chromebook  
• Strong understanding of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC). 
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies. 
• Experience with Jira Xray. 
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. 
• Good communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders. 
• Deep understanding of system internals. 
• Understanding of Apple & Android’s design principles and interface guidelines 
• Understanding of security concepts: encryption, secure application development, defensive programming, Multi-factor authentication, software vulnerabilities and exploits, general issues in web security. 
• Strong understanding of operating system fundamentals such as file systems, certificate management, process management, interrupt handling, and memory management. 
• Deep understanding of secure coding techniques, integrity measurement, and tamper detection. 
• Good understanding of how proxies and  VPNs work, as well as network protocols such as TCP, UDP, QUIC & IPv4/IPv6 
• Experience with code distribution & deployments at scale.  
• Experience working in a cross functional organization with distributed teams. 
• Project management skills – tracking progress, dependencies and directing towards solutions 

Preferred Skills:

• Set & maintain high-quality coding standards 
• Experience in developing robust, maintainable, and scalable automation solutions 
• High emphasis on quality – unit testing, E2E testing, code reviewing, pre-merge testing etc...  
• Solid understanding of build systems and continuous integration. 
• Assist and troubleshoot product related issues escalated by the product support team 
• Excellent debugging skills.  
• Identify risks and propose risk mitigation strategies 
• Proficient understanding of Git with a strong understanding of good branching/merging techniques & strategies. 
• Keeps up to date on current and future technologies within the mobile endpoint space 
• Familiarity with MDM. InTune experience is a plus. 
• Basic AWS knowledge