Automation Test Engineer

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2

Skills

GIT
GUI
Linux
Python
Regression testing
Robot Framework
Selenium
pytest

Job Details

Role : Automation Test Engineer

Location: Ottawa, Canada

 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Automation Test Engineer to join our dynamic

team.The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining

automated test frameworks to ensure the quality and reliability of our systems. This role requires

strong technical expertise, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous

improvement. The Automation Test Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams,

including developers, network engineers, and QA, to deliver high-quality testing solutions.

 

Responsibilities:

Develop and expand automation frameworks using Python and Pytest for system

verification and regression testing.

Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD for efficient end-to-end

deployment.

Integrate and test APIs, particularly CNOS APIs and libraries for seamless data retrieval.

Utilize tools like Postman, Robot Framework, and Selenium for API and web automation

testing.

Perform regression, integration, sanity, smoke, blackbox, and whitebox testing.

Document automation frameworks, API usage, troubleshooting guides, and CI/CD

processes.

Conduct root cause analysis and resolve network and software integration issues.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and deliver high-quality

solutions.

Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.

Ensure scalability and performance optimization of testing processes.

Stay updated on the latest trends in automation, CI/CD, and networking technologies.

Work on multi-platform testing and develop scalable testing frameworks.

Implement advanced monitoring and reporting solutions.

Execute manual test cases using Ixia and CNOS test cases.

 

Required Skills:

Programming Languages: Python

Testing Frameworks: Pytest, Robot Framework, Selenium

API Testing: Postman, REST API

Testing Types: Regression Testing, Integration Testing, Sanity and Smoke Testing,

Blackbox Testing, Whitebox Testing

Web Frameworks: Flask, FastAPI

Data Manipulation: Pandas, NumPy

HTTP Library: Requests

Containerization: Docker

Version Control: GitLab

Code Quality: Flake 8

Package Management: Poetry

CI/CD: GitLab CI/CD

Networking Concepts: CNOS, PI setups, end-to-end connections

Problem-solving & Troubleshooting: Root cause analysis, automated test

optimization, network issue resolution, API & software integration problems

Technical Documentation: Automation framework design, API documentation

Strong communication and client relationship-building skills.

Ability to mentor and guide team members.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

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