Automation Engineer II

Western & Southern; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Western & Southern is seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to define and lead the program-level automation strategy, build and maintain the framework for UI and middleware, and mentor automation developers across projects.

You will collaborate with SQA managers, optimize regression suites, integrate with CI pipelines, and demonstrate innovations to maximize ROI while ensuring high-quality releases across web, services, and mainframe components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or commensurate experience.
• 5+ years of software test engineering with hands-on automation testing using Selenium.
• 2+ years API testing (REST/SOAP); XML and JSON formats.
• SQL for backend validation and test management reporting.
• Experience in test script optimization techniques.
• Strong OO programming and debugging skills.
• Knowledge of SDLC, QA lifecycle, and automation tool ecosystems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi- platform environment; proactive and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Define automation testing strategy with the SQA Manager.
• Develop and maintain UI and middleware test automation framework for web, mainframe, web services, databases, documents, and XML.
• Optimize use of existing tools and open-source options for faster, cost-effective testing.
• Review regression scenarios for automation feasibility and ROI.
• Create and publish weekly program-level automation dashboards and collect metrics.
• Mentor automation developers and QA teams on framework usage and best practices.
• Provide CI development support and improve build-test processes and scripts.

Skills

Software test engineering

Mentoring

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Selenium

APIs (REST/SOAP)

XML/JSON

SQL

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Overview

Works closely with the program testing manager to define functional test automation strategy and processes. Responsible for creating, executing and maintaining a program level automation testing strategy and automation test framework for a given set of automation tools; creating custom controls; mentoring the test automation developers; and demonstrating innovations to increase testing efficiency and maximize the testing investments returns.

Responsibilities

• Works with the SQA Manager to define automation testing strategy and relevant methodologies.
• Implements and develops the test automation framework for UI and middleware for given sets of system components - web, mainframe, web services, database, documents, xml.
• Ensures optimum use of the existing test automation tool set in conjunction with use of open-source tools with the objective of providing faster, better and cost-effective solutions to the testing teams.
• Reviews the regression scenarios selected for automation, assesses automation feasibility and provides recommendations on maximizing automation of regression suite supported by the technical inputs.
• Creates and publishes program level test automation dashboard on a weekly basis; works with points of contact across different programs, projects and work streams to collate data to generate automation metrics.
• Reviews project test strategies and test plans to make recommendations on automating functional testing of new requirements and influencing the testing approach for better ROI.
• Demonstrates expertise in API and web services to be able to consume testing tools APIs exposed by the applications.
• Reviews and accepts test scripts created or modified by the team for compliance with coding standards and sanctity of the centralized reusable test script library.
• Provides continuous integration (CI) development support to the build master and implements/improves build test processes, environments, and scripts to ensure that the code drops to quality assurance are of the highest quality.
• Mentors the automation developers and the program’s functional testing teams to build expertise around the automation tool, framework and through leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree In Computer Science or Information Technology or commensurate selection criteria experience. - Required
• 5+ years' experience in software test engineering or development using object-oriented development language with hands-on experience with automation testing tools such as Selenium. - Required
• 2+ years of experience in API testing include Rest and SOAP; XML and JSON format - Required
• Experience in testing using SQL to validate the back end and to generate reports from test management tools. - Required
• Experience in implementing test script optimization techniques. - Required
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, design and debugging skills. - Required
• Experience identifying, defining and quantifying problems; collecting or interpreting data, establishing facts and providing effective solutions. Cites examples from work experience of identifying moderate to complex problems, quantifying problems and providing effective resolutions. - Required
• Strong understanding of various SDLC processes, QA lifecycle and methodology with expertise in using market leading automation testing tools. -
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including multiple platforms and architectures, diverse technologies and environments; cites examples exhibiting personal motivation, creativity and a proactive approach within this type of environment. -
• Accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance. -
• Testing Micro-Services/API -
• Understand automation testing frameworks, such as Keyword driven, Data driven and other relevant best practices -
• Ability to design and create scripts beyond record and playback, developing functions, custom key words and integrations of different testing tools. -
• Understanding of software design techniques. -
• Experience with source control systems such as Git -
• Desire for achieving excellence in customer satisfaction, process and product quality, and reliability. -
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills on both the technical and application facets of the job; conveys information to stakeholders in a clear, accurate, focused and concise manner -
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, database applications and presentation software. -
• One or more of the following designations or other Industry equivalent certification preferred: Microsoft Certifications in C# and SQL (MCP, MSCE, etc.) Upon Hire - Preferred
• Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE) Upon Hire - Preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate (ASQ CQIA) Quality Improvement Associate Certification (CQIA) Upon Hire - Preferred
• Certified Software Test Professional (CSTP) Upon Hire - Preferred
• One or more of the following designations or other Industry equivalent certification preferred: Microsoft Certifications in C# and SQL (MCP, MSCE, etc.), Current Certified Software Tester (CSTE), Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA), Certified Software Test Engineer (CSTE), ISTQB Certified Tester, Foundation Level (CTFL), Quality Improvement Associate Certification (CQIA) Certified Software Test Professional (CSTP) Preferred

Work Setting/Position Demands:

• Works in an office setting and remains in a stationary position for long periods of time while working at a desk, on a computer or with other standard office equipment, or while in meetings.
• Requires the ability to verbally communicate and exchange accurate information to customers and associates on a regular basis.
• Requires visual acuity to read and interpret a variety of correspondence, procedures, reports and forms via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously. Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
• Requires the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and forms using prescribed formats and conforming to rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style on a regular basis.
• Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Performs substantial movement of wrists, hands, and fingers for continuous computer work.
• Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects/events.
• Occasional after-hours work needed.

Travel Requirements:

• None