Automation Quality Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Automation Quality Engineer will collaborate closely with business, product, and technical stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality software through the implementation of efficient and scalable automation solutions. This position is responsible for verifying the usability and functionality of products, services, and systems. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks, along with strong technical and programming capabilities. They will also demonstrate the ability to engage effectively with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Furthermore, the role will contribute to the definition and implementation of quality standards and testing methodologies aimed at enhancing efficiency, reliability, and overall system performance. This position will play a critical role in advancing the organization's strategic objectives related to production quality and process improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust, reusable, and scalable automated test frameworks for UI, API, performance, and integration testing.
• Create, enhance, and execute automated test scripts to validate software functionality and performance.
• Integrate test suites with CI / CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Creates detailed, comprehensive and well-structured test plans and test cases
• Estimates, prioritizes, plans and coordinates testing activities
• Executes test cases and / or automation scripts. Identifies and documents defects thoroughly.
• Contribute to code reviews and provide guidance to junior QA engineers.
• Applies test standards and testing processes (i.e. SDLC, Agile)
• Collaborates with internal teams (i.e. developers, product managers, administrators) to understand and solidify requirements
• Investigates the causes of routine defects and implements new processes and / or solutions (i.e. software upgrade)
• Installs, configures and maintains testing programs
• Ensure comprehensive test coverage through risk-based and exploratory testing techniques where automation is not feasible.
• Analyzes quality assurance metrics and creates test summary reports

QUALIFICATIONS

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.

Pay Grade 20. $71,400 - $149,500

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes :

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations

This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and / or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

Important Work Authorization Information

Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

LI-Hybrid

ABOUT THE TEAM

At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building fair programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all.

We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie.

Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us!

Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company.

Delta Dental Ins. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment at Delta Dental are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, we have adopted and maintain an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Harassment-Free Work Environment Policy, and Respectful Workplace policies and will not tolerate violations of these policies.

Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

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