Sr. Software Automation Specialist

McKesson; Mississauga; On-site; USD 86,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An impact-driven company is seeking a highly skilled Test Automation Specialist to enhance automation capabilities. In this dynamic role, you'll define and maintain automation frameworks, execute test scripts, and perform backend data validation, all while collaborating closely with QA and development teams. Your expertise in automation tools and programming languages will be crucial in driving quality and efficiency in testing processes. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork, and help shape the future of healthcare through advanced automation solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as an Automation Specialist with expert knowledge of SDLC.
• Proficient in automation programming using Python, XML, and API.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and maintain automation frameworks and test scenarios.
• Collaborate with QA and developers to troubleshoot and validate functionality.

Skills

Automation Frameworks

Python

Agile Methodologies

Backend Data Validation

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

University Degree in Computer Science

College Diploma in Related Field

Tools

Test Complete

UFT

Tosca

JMeter

Postman

SoapUI

TFS

GitHub

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Test Automation Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in defining automation frameworks, designing, creating, executing, and maintaining automated test scenarios, test scripts, and test data. This role requires expertise in planning and designing automation libraries and object repositories, as well as experience in backend data validation and managing automation virtual machines in an Azure environment.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for automation and a strong problem-solving mindset, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and play a critical role in advancing our automation capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and maintain automation frameworks; design, create, execute, and maintain automated test scenarios, test scripts, and test data.
• Implement Automation initiative during Agile Development.
• Plan and design automation libraries and object repositories.
• Plan, organize, automate and implement the migration of test cases, test data, test scripts, and other relevant objects in a Client/Server environment.
• Utilize the Test Complete automation tool with expert proficiency.
• Perform backend data validation.
• Manage and set up automation virtual machines in an Azure environment.
• Assist and provide automation solutions for data conversion and migration projects.
• Log identified defects during automated test runs and escalate issues quickly and effectively.
• Collaborate closely with QA and developers to investigate, troubleshoot, and validate functionality, stability, and performance issues.
• Mentor QA resources on executing and maintaining automated scripts.

Qualifications

• Holds a university degree or college diploma in Computer Science or related field.
• 7+ years of experience as a Automation Specialist.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of SDLC and QA principles, metrics analysis, methodologies including Agile.
• Expertise in designing and developing automation frameworks.
• Highly Skilled in utilizing a range of test automation tools Test complete, UFT and Tosca.
• Proficient in automation programming using Python, XML and API.
• Experience in modern programming languages such as .Net, JavaScript, VBScript, C#, JSON.
• Familiar with version control tools such as TFS and GitHub/Git.
• Experience in testing tools such as JMeter, Postman, SoapUI.
• Experienced in automation testing across multiple environments and platforms such as client/server, web Services/APIs, and Databases.
• Proven experience in leading test automation development initiatives within an Agile SCRUM environment.
• Capable of effectively communicating processes and architectural designs to varied audiences. Familiar with defect tracking and documentation tools (e.g., qTest, Jira).
• Possesses hands-on experience with multiple database technologies and concepts.
• Exhibits advanced analytical skills for resolving complex problems and demonstrates exceptional communication skills, both in writing and verbally.
• Certifications in QA or related areas (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE) would be an asset.
• Pharmacy software background would be an asset.

Our Base Pay Range for this position: $86,600 - $144,300

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information.

Join us at McKesson!