Test Automation Engineer

Test Automation Engineer

Wilmington, DE (Day 1 onsite)
6 to 12 months contract

Job Description:

Core responsibilities:

• Design and develop: Create and maintain automated test scripts, test cases, and test automation frameworks.
• Execute tests: Run automated tests for various purposes, including functional, regression, integration, performance, and stress testing.
• Report and analyze: Document and report on test results, identify bugs, and troubleshoot errors in both the software and the automation scripts.
• Collaborate: Work closely with development, QA, and other teams to ensure software quality throughout the development lifecycle.
• Integrate: Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to provide faster feedback.
• Maintain and improve: Keep test scripts updated as the software evolves and continuously look for ways to improve testing processes.

Key skills and qualifications

• Programming Languages: Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript is crucial for writing automation scripts.
• Test Automation Tools: Experience with automation tools and frameworks, such as Selenium.
• Testing Fundamentals: A strong foundation in manual testing principles and test case design is essential.
• Development Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile and DevOps practices is often required.
• Tools and Technologies: Knowledge of tools like Jira, and concepts like SQL, API testing, and CI/CD is highly beneficial.
• Problem-solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve software issues and test script errors.