UI Lead Test Automation Engineer

Job Title: UI Lead Test Automation Engineer

Work Mode: Remote

Job Location: Bengaluru

Experience: 5-8 years

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced UI Lead Test Automation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software testing, automation, and hands-on expertise with various testing tools and methodologies. As part of a dynamic, cross-functional team, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions, collaborating with developers, business analysts, and product teams throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Key Responsibilities:

• Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC):
  Understand and implement the full spectrum of the software testing lifecycle, including test planning, design, execution, and closure phases.
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Knowledge:
  Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product teams to ensure quality assurance is integrated into every phase of the SDLC.
• Testing Methodologies:
  Apply and execute various types of testing, including:
  
• Unit Testing
• Integration Testing
• System Testing
• Acceptance Testing
• API Testing
• Mobile Application Testing
• Functional Testing
• Regression Testing
• Agile Testing:
  Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (daily standups, sprint planning, etc.) and ensure testing processes align with Agile principles.
• Automation Testing:
  Create and maintain automated test cases for regression and functional testing using tools like Selenium, Appium, and others. Build and execute test automation frameworks where applicable.
• Manual Testing:
  Conduct manual tests for complex scenarios that require human validation, including UI/UX validation and exploratory testing.
• Test Planning:
  Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test strategies based on functional and non-functional requirements.
• Defect Tracking:
  Identify, document, and manage defects through a defect tracking system. Collaborate with the development team to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Programming Proficiency:
  Utilize at least one programming language (C#, VB.NET, Python, etc.) to support automated testing and contribute to script creation.
• API and Mobile Testing:
  Use tools like Postman or SoapUI for API testing, and frameworks such as Appium for mobile application testing.
• Tool Usage:
  Leverage testing tools such as:
  
• Selenium for web application automation
• Appium for mobile testing automation
• JIRA or Azure DevOps for bug tracking and test case management
• Continuous Improvement:
  Explore and evaluate new automation tools and testing techniques to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of SDLC and STLC.
• Testing Expertise: Proficiency in testing methodologies, such as unit, integration, system, acceptance, API, mobile, functional, and regression testing.
• Agile Experience: Hands-on experience with Agile software testing methodologies.
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in at least one programming language: C#, VB.NET, Python, etc.
• Automation Tools: Experience with automation testing tools such as Selenium, Appium, etc.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Test Documentation: Ability to write clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.

Preferred Skills:

• API Testing Tools: Experience with tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Mobile Testing: Knowledge of mobile application testing frameworks.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into the pipeline.
• Certifications: ISTQB or equivalent certification is a plus.

Additional Responsibilities:

• UI Automation Planning and Exploration:
  Plan and design automated UI testing strategies to enhance coverage and efficiency. Continuously explore new tools and methodologies for UI automation testing.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions. If you are passionate about testing and automation and want to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.