QA Automation Engineer

Architect, design, code, and test enhancements for Client database software for new and complex features in Kernel area. The candidate will need to acquire or have knowledge of 1) strong database concepts with SQL knowledge 2) in depth knowledge of Client internals focusing on database kernel area 4) understanding of cloud enablement features that are required to be developed for Client software.

The candidate will be required to contribute to feature test architecture, design specifications as well as analyse high complex requirements for feature development. Candidate is required to participate in the feature design thru Test driven development using the agile development methodology. Ability to analyse requirements, customer value and do technical feasibility for complex Client software thinking big picture is expected. Focus on quality with excellent design and development skills, attention to details is required. Candidate should possess ability to articulate and discuss high level approaches with QA architects, management, and other stake holders in order to get thru the Quality and realization efforts. Ability to contribute to test architect and perform design, test and code reviews is expected. This is an individual contributor position reporting to an Senior Engineering Manager.

Qualifications

Graduate or Postgraduate in Computer Science with 5 to 9 years of working knowledge as Automation test engineer/ SDET /QA Engineer

Knowledge on at least one cloud platform Azure / Google Cloud / AWS

Knowledge on UNIX/Linux and at least one programming/scripting knowledge is MUST

Client Database and Client Utilities experience is a plus

Ability to learn new technologies and tools quickly and to leverage that knowledge for results analysis and problem solving

Ability to communicate and collaborate with members of Test Engineering and Development groups

Strong grasp of testing processes where one is results oriented working within a collaborative team

Required Skills:

Key contributor to the delivery of a robust, resilient, quality products

Well versed with designing/Implementing scalable test framework

Strong code/scripting skills in Linux environment

Automation is in your DNA

Responsible for full support of the software development lifecycle Test driven development

Experience and knowledge of software development, deployment, and testing methodologies

Experience working in a Cloud/SaaS environment such as AWS, Google, or Azure

Experience working with Virtualization software such as VMWare and OpenStack

Experience working with one or more Containerization tools such as Docker, Vagrant or LXC

Experience working with one or more Test and Build systems such as TeamCity, Jenkins, Maven, or Ant

Experience with source code control systems such as Git, Subversion, or Clearcase

Communicate effectively with other engineers and various stakeholders

Analyse and troubleshoot issues

Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision

Desired Skills:

Strong background in database internals and/or analytics through academic or working exposure

Working knowledge of Linux operating systems is highly desirable