What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer position at The Ash Group?
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Summary
The Ash Group is hiring a Lead Platform Automation Engineer for our client (a technology-forward financial services company that provides customizable credit, loyalty, and payments solutions) based in Plano, TX.
This leadership role requires 8 years of experience in Software/Quality Engineering, with expertise in designing and maintaining scalable test automation frameworks. You must possess strong programming/coding skills (Java, JavaScript, or Python), deep knowledge of DevOps concepts, and experience driving the adoption of shift-left testing practices within CI/CD pipelines.
Role Details
- Compensation: Competitive pay rate of $80 per hour.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting.
- Duration: 6-month contract.
- Location: Hybrid in Plano, TX.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of advanced test automation frameworks to ensure efficient and consistent testing across the enterprise.
- Serve as a technical leader, driving the definition and enforcement of testing standards, automation strategies, and best practices across the SDLC.
- Design and implement solutions for test data management (generating, managing, and cleaning test data) and integrate testing tools into the CI/CD pipeline.
- Demonstrate deep expertise in at least two programming/scripting languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python) and lead the execution of automated tests for mission-critical financial applications.
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to configure scalable testing environments and advocate for continuous improvements in platform quality engineering.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical field (Computer Science, Software Engineering, etc.).
- 8 years of work experience in Software Engineering, Quality Engineering, or DevSecOps.
- Mandatory: Strong proficiency in programming/coding and development of Test Automation Frameworks/Solutions.
- Deep understanding of DevOps concepts (CI/CD, Version Control - Git) and cloud platforms like AWS.
- Experience with specific tools like Cypress and API Automation is highly desirable.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to mentor junior engineers and drive quality initiatives.
Apply today to lead the transformation of quality engineering practices for a cutting-edge financial services company!
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