Automation Test Lead

3 weeks ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom ScaleneWorks INC Full time

Job Description

Location: Edinburgh (Scotland)

Work Type- full-time role; employment contract

Who are we looking for?

Automation Tester should have a good understanding and experience in testing processes and procedures, test analysis, test design, test execution, diagnostics, recording and reporting

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and maintain automation frameworks from scratch using Selenium WebDriver, Java, and Cucumber, ensuring scalability, reliability, and maintainability

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, design test cases, and execute test scripts for functional and regression testing

· Utilize strong Java skills to enhance automation scripts, implement best practices, and troubleshoot issues as needed

· Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, and sprint retrospectives, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.

· Lead and mentored junior team members, providing guidance on automation best practices, coding standards, and test methodologies

· Work closely with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities, assess technical feasibility, and drive automation initiatives forward.

· Utilize test management tools such as JIRA and Confluence to track test progress, report defects, and ensure timely resolution of issues.

· Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends in test automation, incorporating them into our automation strategy to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field

· Minimum 5+ years of experience in Automation testing, with a strong focus on Selenium WebDriver and Java development

· Extensive hands-on experience with automation frameworks such as Cucumber, TestNG, and JUnit

· Proficiency in writing and executing automation scripts using Selenium WebDriver and Java, with a deep understanding of Java concepts and data structures

· Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile teams, particularly in Scrum or Kanban environments

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

· Prior experience mentoring junior team members and leading automation initiatives is highly desirable

· Familiarity with test management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and QTest.

· Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines

Process Skills:

· Preparation of the Test Plan and the test strategy

· Driving quality at the product or organizational level

Behavioral Skills:

· Good Attitude

· Quick learner

· Leadership

· Team player

· Flexible to work with client

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