Job Overview:

As a Quality Assurance Automation Testing Engineer specializing in Selenium, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing automated test scripts to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications. Your role involves collaborating with development and QA teams to identify test cases, develop test scripts, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the testing process. The primary focus will be on web application testing using Selenium WebDriver.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Test Automation Development:
    Design and implement automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver for web application testing.
    Develop and maintain automation frameworks to ensure reusability and scalability of test scripts.
  1. Collaboration:
    Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and other QA engineers, to understand application features and requirements.
    Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and other agile ceremonies.
  2. Test Case Design:
    Analyze requirements and user stories to identify test cases suitable for automation.
    Work with the QA team to create comprehensive test plans and test cases.
  1. Execution and Maintenance:
    Execute automated test scripts as part of the continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline.
    Regularly update and maintain automated test scripts to accommodate changes in application features.
  2. Defect Reporting:
    Identify, document, and report software defects using a standardized bug tracking system.
    Collaborate with development teams to reproduce and troubleshoot reported issues.
  3. Performance and Load Testing:
     Collaborate with performance testing teams to integrate automated performance and load tests into the testing process.
  4. Documentation:
    Create and maintain technical documentation related to automated test scripts, frameworks, and processes.
    Provide documentation on testing procedures and best practices.
  5. Continuous Improvement:
    Contribute to the continuous improvement of the testing process by suggesting and implementing automation best practices.
    Stay updated on industry trends and emerging tools for test automation.

Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience in automated testing using Selenium WebDriver for web applications.
Strong proficiency in programming languages, such as Java, Python, or C#, used in conjunction with Selenium.
Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Testing, JUnit).
Knowledge of web technologies, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Certifications in Selenium or related automation testing tools can be advantageous. Demonstrating a portfolio of successful Selenium automation projects or contributions to open-source projects is a strong plus during the hiring process.

Tagged as: Quality Assurance