Automation Test Lead

ob ID: WA-14822-QA (98090313)

Onsite/Local Workday Automation Test Lead/PM (15+) with AI, SaaS/integration/regression/API testing/scripting, data migration and Azure DevOps experience

Location: Olympia, WA (OFM)
Duration: 12 Months

OneWA is an enterprise business transformation project that will result in statewide implementation of the Workday ERP Software as a Service (SaaS) solution, and the retirement of Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS) a legacy mainframe administrative and financial solution that is beyond end-of-life.

Expectation: Governed AI Usage
AI-enabled tools (automation, synthetic data) may only be used following WaTech security and governance approvals
If AI tools are delayed or denied, manual testing must proceed without reducing quality expectations

Preferred education, experience, and competencies:
A strong commitment to quality and protecting the customer experience is essential.
Relevant professional experience in program or portfolio level coordination and technical and project management
Mastery of test case design techniques and tools
Minimum of ten years as software testing or development lead for large-scale SaaS implementations.
Experience with large, complicated enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementations is required
Minimum of ten years of experience of test automation frameworks, scripting languages, and tools for efficient test automation and coverage.
Experience creating comprehensive test plans and a strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks
Skilled in defining test scenarios, electing appropriate test data, and ensuring comprehensive test coverage
Strong analytical skills to identify potential vulnerabilities and define appropriate test coverage for optimal defect identification and resolution
Proficient utilizing Azure Dev Ops (ADO)
Experience and knowledge of cutover planning and execution principles and necessary activities
Experience with testing SaaS solutions and integration testing (e.g., API, data migration) using test automation tools and frameworks
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines under tight deadlines.

Test Automation:
Evaluate and recommend test automation tools and frameworks for the project
Develop and maintain test automation scripts for regression testing and continuous integration testing.
Integrate test automation into the overall testing process to improve efficiency and coverage
Ensure project performance and track progress with timeline and goals
Plan, monitor, and track key metrics for progress and performance
Identify root causes of Projects performance shortfalls and opportunities to
improve
Develop Project communication and status in the form of Word document, PowerPoint presentations, website content, and all other materials as required
Design and facilitate regular and ad-hoc Project meetings, also participate in other
Project related meetings as needed

Test Strategy and Planning:
Enhance the WaTech OneWA project testing strategy and plan to comprehensively include all aspects of business process transformation and technology modernization
Continuously update the WaTech OneWA Test Plan to reflect OneWA Program testing phases, timelines, milestones, and requirements.
Utilize Azure DevOps (ADO) to develop a method for tracking, monitoring, documenting, and reporting testing status and results. Design a dashboard that clearly articulates testing status at any given point
Collaborate with the OneWA Program, particularly the testing director and leads, to pilot concepts on behalf of enterprise agencies impacted by Phase 1 core financials implementation
Define test metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the testing effort
Establish a risk-based testing approach that considers business criticality,
integration complexity, change impact, and frequency of use
Evaluate WaTech requirements, OneWA Program requirements, and OneWA Program user stories to determine appropriate test coverage based on risk assessments.
Identify and prioritize high-risk use cases with significant impact on critical business processes, financial data integrity, and system integration points
Determine the necessary level of testing for each use case based on risk level,
complexity, and business impact
Allocate testing resources and efforts to ensure adequate coverage of high- risk and business-critical areas
Plan and coordinate all testing activities, including resource allocation, scheduling, dependencies, and risk management
Align the WaTech test strategy with the OneWA Program testing framework
Sequence and coordinate testing activities across WaTech, OneWA, and vendor teams
Communicate testing status, risks, and coverage information to support
project readiness and decision-making discussions
Develop documentation for the testing approach that reflects agreed priorities, assumptions, constraints, and alignment with program-level testing
Continuously monitor and adjust test coverage and prioritization based on project progress, changes in requirements, and identified risks.