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Sr Automation Architect
At TAYS, every team member is vital. We recognize and celebrate diverse insights, believing they fuel our innovative spirit. We are not just tech-savvy; we are people-centric. you will have a voice. Your unique perspective will help us solve complex problems, and we welcome your ideas. Here, you will collaborate closely with our clients, forging lasting relationships. We are on a quest for the brightest minds who relish technical challenges. If you are ready to contribute to our vibrant high-tech and high-touch community, let's uncover possibilities together!
Opportunity:
TAYS is seeking a Sr Automation Architect to join our dynamic team! The Sr Automation Architect contributes to various projects within a federal agency. This role is based in Woodlawn, MD, and requires a qualified candidate with robust analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, coupled with keen attention to detail.
The candidate must be local to the DMV area. Must be on-site five days a week in Woodlawn, MD.
Key Required Skills:
Strong knowledge of automation testing, Java, Selenium, Cucumber, Gherkin, Selenium, REST API.
Position Description:
- Architect, design, code, and implement next-generation technical solutions using software engineering best practices in the latest technologies.
- Provide technical support and guidance for the development and maintenance of automation artifacts including the automation framework, grid, and automation scripts.
- Mentor and train team members on automation and provide them information necessary to adopt quickly to the project requirements.
- Work closely with the integration team to facilitate automation runs in the Integration environment.
- Provide expertise in one or more of the following areas: automation test framework development, development of automation tests using core Java, Selenium, Cucumber, and Gherkin, execution of automation test suites and documentation of defects.
- All other duties as assigned or directed.
Skills Requirements:
FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in a Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- In-depth knowledge of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD) approaches to automation testing.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement.
FACTORS TO HELP YOU SHINE (Required Skills)
These skills will help you succeed in this position:
- Strong experience developing Selenium automation frameworks using Junit/TestNG and developing Maven targets to execute automation suites.
- Experience in setting up and maintaining Selenium Grid to execute tests in parallel and enable cross platform testing.
- Experience developing test scripts to implement Features, Test Scenarios and Step-Definitions in a customized test automation framework.
- Experience in configuring and execution of automated regression suites using Jenkins CI/CD pipeline and/or Selenium Grid.
- Experience developing automation test scripts to test Web Services using customized automation frameworks and tools such as Parasoft, Rest Assured and SOAP UI
- Knowledge of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DB2, Oracle) and experience with SQL for querying data to verify test results.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Scrum and/or Kanban Agile development processes, terminology and ceremonies (e.g., scrums, backlog grooming, retrospectives, demonstrations).
- Experience acting as a Scrum Master on an Agile software development projects
HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD (Desired Skills)
Showcase your knowledge of modern development through the following experience or skills:
- Experience with source code versioning and Pull Requests with Git and Stash.
- Experience with environments utilizing Cloud/Virtualization technologies such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Docker.
- In-depth knowledge of Social Security Administration (SSA) modern development environment including Git/Stash version control, Agility (previously VersionOne), Confluence, SonarQube, and Checkmarx.
- Strong communication and collaborative skills in providing technical direction and hands-on software development to include design, development, and testing.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement.
Why TAYS is the Perfect Place for You:
- Flexibility: Enjoy work-life harmony with our flexible working options.
- Remote Work: While our heart is in Baltimore, most of our roles support remote work.
- Benefits: Competitive packages, including tuition reimbursement.
- Leisure: Generous PTO, including 11 federal holidays and 2 floating holidays.
- Team Events: Quarterly gatherings for team bonding or community service.
- Military Friendly: We value the dedication and discipline of veterans and service members and urge them to apply.
Commitment to Diversity:
TAYS Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class