QA Automation Engineer

QA Automation EngineerLook for folks with experience in Core Manufacturing, Product Development, Engineering, Embedded domains etc. Don't look for profiles from Financial or Health care domains.Role DescriptionQA Automation Engineer part of a Testing team as part of a large enterprise level project developing a global web based application.Project is using agile/ scrum methodology, and starting to use SAFE (Scaled Agile Framework).There are multiple scrum teams developing in 2 main technologies: .NET & SFDC.End Customer is a global company with presence in more than 150 countries, in the Construction & Engineering industry.Responsibility LevelUnder general supervision, the qualified candidate evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering or technology principles and techniques to assigned business problems.The candidate ensures that results meet established needs, goals and timelines.The candidate is expected to have good knowledge of Agile development and be able to implement that methodology.Principal DutiesDevelops and implements QA test plans.Defines test approaches and strategies using technical requirements and inputs from Business Analysts.Creates and executes detailed test scenarios, traceability matrix, test scripts and workflows for assigned applications from the user's perspective, applying systematic testing principles to attain good coverage.Submits comprehensive report results and performs bug-fix verification tests.Creates, Maintains and executes automated regression suites.Does data set up, smoke testing of the test environments as part of environment readiness before the start of testing cycleWorks closely with Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Business SMEs, and Software Developers to ensure quality implementation of requirements and software development standards.Automates eligible test casesUtilizes lifecycle management platform, bug tracking system, and collaborative programs to coordinate business processes.Evaluates testing effectiveness and consults with management to implement adjustments.Participates in Program / Work Stream meetings in related business areas.Performs related duties as assigned.RequirementsBachelor Degree in Computer Science or closely related discipline with experience in current software quality assurance practices.5+ years related software testing or systems quality assurance experience.Strong working knowledge of software testing methodologies and software development life cycle.Strong process orientation and knowledge of the entire Quality Assurance life cycle.Experience configuring and conducting automated testing using commercial test automation tools and frameworks, such as Microsoft Test Professional, Selenium, Page Object Model, Coded UI Tests.Experience with application lifecycle management platform, and defect tracking systems, ideally TFS (Team Foundation Server) or equivalent, such as PTC Integrity, ClearQuest, JIRA.Experience with test case management tool, ideally MTM (Microsoft Test Manager) or equivalent.Strong Technical skills to automate test cases using a testing framework & Visual Studio / C# (or another major language like Java)Ability to work independently with excellent organizational skills and the flexibility and adaptability to work on multiple projects.Strong analytical, design, and problem solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments where QA team members collaborate closely with development teams from beginning of software life cycle, e.g., participating in daily callsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills.