Automation Engineer (Playwright)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Automation Engineer (Playwright) in Westlake, TX.

Key Tasks:
* Design, development, and execute test strategies, scenarios, and steps for automated and manual testing
* Participating in scrum activities such as stand ups, story refinement sessions, and sprint planning
* Managing the development and execution of all QA work throughout the agile process
* Provide subject matter expertise and best practices for test automation development and selection of appropriate automation test frameworks
* Drive automation efficiencies and coverage effectiveness using different automation framework tools and techniques. Checking for product test framework scalability, reliability, consistency, and performance
* Ensure adequate test coverage and execution throughout all test and production environments
* Collaborate with technical development team to develop valid test approaches and scenarios
* You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with high risks and high rewards

REQUIREMENTS:
* BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent
* 6+ years of experience designing and developing test automation using various frameworks, including recent experience with Playwright; Experience with TestNG and BDD frameworks such as Cucumber, Serenity and Cypress for customer-facing websites is a plus
* Experience with integration and E2E testing for customer facing websites in a full stack (Angular, Java, SOAP, Rest, etc.) technology environment; Strong, object-oriented design and coding skills
* Hands on experience with Selenium and Selenium Grid
* Strong hands-on experience designing and developing web service (SOAP, Rest) test automation suites using tools like Bruno, Karate, Postman, Rest-assured, Insomnia, or similar
* Hands-on SQL experience
* Experience testing enterprise applications deployed to both on-premise and cloud environments such as AWS
* Experience developing and maintaining virtual services or mock API's
* Experience designing and developing pipeline as code for continuous testing and integration using tools such as Jenkins/Jenkins Core and Artifactory
* Experience in monitoring application logs using tools such as Datadog and Splunk
* Experience with performance testing (load, stress, scalability, spike, volume, endurance/soak)
* Ability to effectively analyze and communicate test results and coverage using various reporting tools
* Experience working in an Agile delivery environment with strong understanding of Software Development and Quality using Agile principles in a Scaled Agile Framework
* Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at any given time
* Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with squad members and business partners
* The desire and aptitude to learn and adopt new challenges and technologies
* Self-motivated and ability to proactively drive initiatives forward

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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