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Sr. Software Test Automation Engineer (Hybrid)

Sr. Software Test Automation Engineer (Hybrid)

Selective Insurance Company of AmericaHartford, United States
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Responsibilities

  • Accountable for developing and the effective and timelypletion of UI and API automation test activities performed on multiple projects, including driving tasks and milestones toplete within the timeframes of a well-defined project plan and / or sprint that includes planning, design, build and execution tasks, while providing guidance to resolve problems as issues arise.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of current test automation process, procedures and best practices to ensure that all QE work is being performed accordingly. Ability to think outside the box and adjust to IT and business needs collaboratively in order to meet project objectives.
  • Adheres to all organizational standards and best practices.
  • Provide Rough Order of Magnitude Estimates (ROMs) and forecast resource needs for automation projects.
  • Establish and maintain metrics which measure resource productivity, test progress and automation effectiveness.
  • Identify potential improvements, best practices and efficiency to test automation process, implement and / ormunicate solutions.
  • Demonstrates strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills.
  • Provide QE input into root cause analysis and conduct lessons learned sessions with IT / BA / QA following each release.
  • Provide transparency into automation activities and defect management to project / program leadership.
  • Should be able to perform setting up frameworks on multiple application platforms for building robust, scalable, and high-quality test automation solutions for functional, regression and In-sprint testing.
  • Work with QE team members, software developers and system and database administrators to trouble-shoot test failures in the various test environments. This may include trouble-shooting database issues using SQL queries, reviewing web server and application server logs, etc.
  • Partner with Automation Architect / Sr. Automation Engineer / Lead on all automation activities to ensure alignment with the organizational strategy and approach.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Requirements

  • Experienced with C#, Java, .NET, SQL or other software languages.
  • Experienced with both UI and Rest API automation.
  • Experienced with Object-Oriented Design and Patterns.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and time management skills.
  • Experienced in working with AGILE, DevOps CI / CD process administration methodology.
  • Knowledge of different test methods / tools such as MS Test, TestNG, JUnit / NUnit, GIT, Selenium WebDriver, and so forth. Knowledge of current trends in automation and ability to quickly pick up and learn new technologies and concepts independently, , AI, ML, IoT,.
  • Effectivemunication to convey testing results and any implications to business leadership and IT delivery teams.
  • Demonstrate strong ability to work in a team environment and foster cross-team collaboration.
  • Experienced in working with nearshore / onshore / offshore vendor teams.
  • Education and Experience

  • College Degree preferred inputer Science, Business, or related field.
  • Minimum 8+ years of hands-on Software Testing, Development and / or Test Management experience, including experience in advanced test automation strategies.
  • Experience with BDD and TDD a plus. Experience with Azure DevOps and Azure cloud testing platforms a plus.
  • Knowledge of SDLC and how the testing SDLC is incorporated throughout.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast paced, client focused, dynamic environment. Proven ability to scaleplex testing approaches to meet demand withoutpromising quality.
  • Strong time management skills, including ability to execute and prioritize a number of tasks simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbalmunication skills.
  • Total Rewards

    Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes apetitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits includeprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan withpany match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans. Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.

    The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.

    Pay Range

    USD $92, - USD $127, / Yr.

    Additional Information

    Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual's unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We aremitted to promoting a weing culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences - and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions. Job ID 4786

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