Test Automation Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Test Automation Engineer in Irving, TX.

Summary:
In this role, you will be joining a multidisciplinary team of product managers, marketers, designers, and engineers who research and innovate on latest technology to create awesome digital products that millions of people will experience every day. You will be responsible for building test suites and testing APIs and database operations for back-end and front-end systems that facilitate development of new features, resulting in increased revenue to the company.

Key Tasks:
* Test Automation Engineer will review and analyze requirements, specifications, and technical design documents, providing timely feedback
* Develop detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases
* Develop and maintain automated test suites to minimize regressive behavior
* Identify and report issues found, then verify that issues are resolved
* Test features and functions at user interfaces (UI) for validation against backend systems and/or databases to identify anomalies
* As a Test Automation Engineer, you will identify test data in multiple databases by writing complex queries (MSSQL, PLSQL, DB2, NOSQL) to retrieve data and verify results
* Perform system testing, regression testing, negative testing, component level testing, boundary testing, and smoke testing

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of API Automation experience
* 5+ years of Mobile and Web Automation (Appium) experience
* 5+ years of JavaScript and Object-oriented Programming experience
* Experience writing test cases, testing, and automating the backend APIs (RESTful APIs and Postman)
* Hands-on experience writing automation scripts for mobile-iOS and Android using Appium
* Having experience with Android Devise testing and being proficient with ADB commands
* Experience with relational databases and no SQL for performing backend testing
* Experience in AWS (Lambda, Step functions and cloud watch)
* Experience and proficiency in using JIRA and other Atlassian products
* Experience in an Agile/Scrum environment
* Working knowledge of automation frameworks and test automation tools like Appium, Selenium Web driver, Xcode, Android Studio etc., as well as hands-on experience using them
* Understands Test Automation Architecture (one with experience building automation frameworks from ground up is highly preferred)
* A solid understanding of one or more programming languages (such as JavaScript, Java, C#, etc.)
* Technical understanding of the digital platform, cloud computing and APIs
* Comprehensive understanding of testing tools, ability to integrate test automation into existing CI/CD pipelines with GIT/branches/merges, build systems, and a version control system
* Having knowledge of proxy debugging tools such as Charles or developer tools, etc.
* Critical thinker, problem-solving skills and Team player
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to efficiently communicate with Test lead, Developers and Product Owners
* Wears Multiple hats and when needed is willing to do Manual testing as well as strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
* Strong sense of ownership, bias for action and an It Can Be Done attitude

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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