Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Description

At Regions, the Quality Assurance (QA) Automation Engineer develops automated tests to validate the functionality of applications systems across various applications such as web, mobile, and mainframe.

Primary Responsibilities

• Participates in developing acceptance criteria, test design, and automation recommendations in the early phases of the project
• Qualifies tests shortlisted for automation; influences teams to develop atomic and autonomous tests
• Automates functional and API tests to validate production readiness of software applications
• Integrates automated tests into Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) pipeline
• Integrates automated tests with Test Management tools to write test results
• Derives and conditions test data for automation using queries to database and APIs
• Creates training documentation and conducts knowledge transfer sessions
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with various teams to achieve desired outcomes
• Stays abreast of latest trends in Testing Automation industry, and recommends ways to improve efficiency, speed and reduce cost through research and innovation
• Participates in PI planning, sprint Planning, and daily standup meetings with project / development teams
• Supports automation testing needs of new projects, infrastructure upgrades and application upgrades / enhancements
• Contributes to DevOps development activities
• Serves as a subject matter expert, acting as a coach and mentor to project teams and technical staff in the area of automation on their assigned project tasks
• May perform manual testing of applications
• Maintains documentation for testing activities and cases
• Collaborates with peers to create parameters and comparison data for improved accuracy
• Remains abreast of trends in testing tools and strategies
• Assists with complex testing projects
• May offer advice and guidance to junior analysts, assisting in developing business / technical knowledge, analytical skills, and case management

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of experience in test automation and / or software development

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Management, Statistics, Math, or related field
• Experience creating relational database queries and analyzing data
• Experience creating, executing, and maintaining industry standard test automation frameworks as well as planning, estimating, and reporting automation testing activities
• Experience using API’s (e.g. SOAP / REST) to get / post the required information from / to other interfaces
• Experience utilizing Power BI and CI / CD tools
• Experience with Agile and / or Waterfall methodologies
• Experience with C# - NUnit RestSharp, or Java TestNG RestAssured, Postman as well as Bamboo, GIT, Artifactory, JIRA, and Confluence
• Experience with testing in containerized environments (e.g. Docker)
• Experience with various Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as C#, Visual Studio, Java, Eclipse, or IntelliJ
• Knowledge of continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous testing practices

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to collaborate with other team members and teams
• Ability to research, analyze data, and derive data-driven solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Position Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include : experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role.

As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

Job Range Target :

$91,770.00 USD$123,080.00 USD

Incentive Pay Plans :

This job is not incentive eligible.

Benefits Information

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

• Paid Vacation / Sick Time
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time.

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Location Details

Atlanta Midtown

Location : Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, Georgia

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We have a passion for creating an inclusive environment that promotes and values diversity of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sex, pregnancy, and many other primary and secondary dimensions that make each of us unique as individuals and provide valuable perspective that makes us a better company and employer.

More importantly, we recognize that creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of background, can do their best work is the right thing to do.

OFCCP Disclosure : Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans

Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting.

Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.