Address Job Description:
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced QA Automation Engineer to join our dynamic Quality Assurance team. The ideal candidate should have 4 to 8 years of relevant experience in software testing and test automation. As a QA Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products by designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts using Cypress and Java scripting. In addition to technical expertise, you will be expected to work collaboratively with the development team and other stakeholders, follow Agile methodologies, and use tools like JIRA and Zephyr for efficient test management.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement automated test scripts using Cypress and Java scripting to validate software functionality, performance, and scalability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Development, Product Management, and Quality Assurance to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
- Participate in the design and review of test cases, test scenarios, and test plans.
- Execute automated tests, analyze test results, and report defects to the development team.
- Work closely with developers to reproduce, debug, and resolve identified issues.
- Perform regression testing to ensure the stability of software releases.
- Proactively identify areas for process improvement and implement efficient testing strategies.
- Follow Agile development methodologies and participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Utilize JIRA and Zephyr for test case management and defect tracking.
- Liaise with stakeholders to communicate test progress, results, and potential risks.
- Prepare comprehensive test summary reports and closure reports at the end of each test cycle.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in test automation and quality assurance.
Requirements:
- Proven work experience as a QA Automation Engineer with 4 to 8 years of experience.
- Strong proficiency in automation testing using Cypress and Java scripting.
- Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, test design, and test case development.
- Experience working in an Agile development environment and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
- Proficiency in test management tools like JIRA and Zephyr.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Detail-oriented with a passion for delivering high-quality software products.
- Experience with other automation tools and technologies is a plus.
- ISTQB or similar certification is a bonus.
