Salesforce QA Engineer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
Salesforce
or Java

Job Details

Fulltime Position
Hybrid Position
What are the 3-4 non-negotiable requirements of this position?
  • Must have prior experience working with salesforce as a tester/ QA.
  • Experience with object-oriented programming languages (e.g. Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Java).
What are the nice-to-have skills?
  • A foundation using Apex
  • API technologies (SOAP and REST)
  • Salesforce query languages (SOQL and SOSL)
About this Role
Our unique approach to portfolio management requires development of custom software to ensure efficient and accurate execution of our daily tasks. Therefore, security, accuracy, and reliability are paramount, considering the volume of business handled daily. As a software engineer focusing on the quality of our products, you will be a part of our highly collaborative engineering team, focusing on our Salesforce implementation. Your main responsibility will be collaborating with various stakeholders to determine our quality metrics, develop the platform and tools required to measure and monitor them, and lead any improvement effort required to deliver them. You will play a key role in ensuring that every release of our software performs as specified by the business owners, and fulfils our high standards in security, accuracy, and reliability.
We work hard and move quickly as a well-coordinated, collaborative team whose exceptional people are focused on providing extraordinary client service. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow and contribute in a fun, industry-disruptive, fast-paced environment, SMA Solutions is the place for you.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for Salesforce applications using approved automation tools and frameworks.
  • Develop and execute test plans tailored to Salesforce-specific functionalities that use Flows, Triggers, Apex Jobs, and others.
  • Perform other testing-related tasks as required, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Partner with developers, product owners, and business analysts to ensure a comprehensive understanding of business processes, software implementation, and their testing requirements.
  • Clearly communicate testing progress, challenges, and resolutions to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
  • Work with Agile development methodologies.
  • Monitor, maintain, and enforce quality metrics.
  • Collaborate with the team to improve documentation and testing processes.
  • Stay updated on the latest industry trends, tools, and best practices related to QA automation
Qualifications
  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Math, or a related Engineering field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on Salesforce applications preferred.
  • Experience with object-oriented programming languages (e.g. Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Java).
  • Discipline in software development best practices and familiarity with common tools (e.g. version control, code review)
  • Familiarity with quality metrics, including escaped defects, reliability, repeatability, and resiliency.
Highly Desirable Skills/Experience
  • Strong foundation in Apex and familiarity with Salesforce-specific automations (e.g., Flows, Triggers) and Apex Jobs.
  • Experience in Salesforce query languages (SOQL and SOSL) and API technologies (SOAP and REST).
  • Knowledge of Salesforce development tools and ecosystems, including Lightning Web Components, Aura, CI/CD pipelines and DevOps Center.
  • Related experience in the financial or investment sector is a big plus
  • Experience in working with Copado Robotic Testing platform
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