Automation Test Engineer - Selenium

Key Responsibilities :

1. Leadership and Strategy :

- Define and implement the overall test automation strategy and roadmap, focusing on scalability and efficiency.

- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level automation engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality goals align with business objectives.

2. Automation Framework Ownership :

- Design, develop, and enhance robust and scalable automation frameworks using Cypress/Selenium.

3. Test Script Development and Review :

- Write, review, and maintain reusable and high-quality test scripts for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing.

- Automate testing for UI, API, and integration layers using Cypress/Selenium and other appropriate tools.

4. Test Planning and Execution :

- Lead the creation of detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and strategies.

- Oversee test execution, identify areas for improvement, and provide actionable recommendations.

5. Defect and Quality Management :

- Analyze automation test results, identify critical defects, and work with development teams to resolve them promptly.

- Drive root cause analysis processes to address recurring quality issues.

6. Performance and Load Testing :

- Lead efforts to implement performance and load testing strategies using Cypress/Selenium plugins or other tools.

- Ensure the application meets scalability and performance requirements.

7. Process Optimization and Innovation :

- Stay current with emerging tools, technologies, and best practices in test automation.

- Identify opportunities to enhance automation coverage and improve efficiency across teams.

8. Collaboration and Communication :

- Work closely with product managers, developers, and QA teams to integrate testing seamlessly into the development lifecycle.

- Provide detailed reporting on testing progress, automation coverage, and quality metrics to stakeholders.

Technical Skillset :

- Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in JavaScript or Python

- Automation Frameworks: Solid understanding of Cypress and Selenium WebDriver

- Testing Tools: Experience with TestNG, JUnit, or other testing frameworks

- Performance Testing Tools: Familiarity with JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar tools

- API Testing: Experience with tools like Postman, Rest-Assured, or similar

- Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills