Managed Services - Test Automation Architect

PwC - Global; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 82,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Test Automation Architect to lead innovative testing solutions. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in test automation and DevOps to enhance software quality and performance. You will mentor a talented team, manage client engagements, and drive projects to success. Your ability to analyze complex systems and develop effective testing strategies will be key to delivering exceptional results. Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement and technological advancement.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Holiday Pay

Vacation

Personal and Family Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Test Automation and DevOps.
• Strong knowledge of Python and PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Integrate tests into DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
• Supervise teams to deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Test Automation

Python

PowerShell

DevOps

Agile Methodologies

Performance Engineering

Microservices

REST APIs

Cloud Environments

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Computer Engineering

Tools

Test Automation Tools

CI/CD Pipelines

Job description

Managed Services - Test Automation Architect

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions.

In testing and quality assurance at PwC, you will focus on the process of evaluating a system or software application to identify any defects, errors, or gaps in its functionality. Working in this area, you will execute various test cases and scenarios to validate that the system meets the specified requirements and performs as expected.

Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.
• Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.
• Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.
• Effectively mentor others.
• Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.
• Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity
As part of the Managed Services - Testing as a Service team you are expected to possess knowledge of application architecture, scripting with test automation tools, and delivery experience of modern methodologies such as Behavior Driven Development and DevOps. As a Manager you are expected to supervise, develop, and coach teams, manage client service accounts, and drive assigned client engagement workstreams by independently solving and analyzing complex problems to develop top-quality deliverables. You are also responsible for integrating test into the DevOps CI/CD pipelines, scripting languages like Python and PowerShell, and testing infrastructure capabilities.

Responsibilities
- Integrate test into DevOps CI/CD pipelines
- Script with languages like Python and PowerShell
- Test infrastructure capabilities
- Supervise and coach teams to deliver top-quality work
- Manage client service accounts and engagement workstreams
- Solve and analyze complex problems independently
- Develop top-quality deliverables for clients
- Verify successful planning, budgeting, and execution of projects

What You Must Have
- Bachelor's Degree
- 6 years of experience

What Sets You Apart
- Computer Engineering preferred
- Agile Certification, PMP preferred
- Possessing knowledge of Application architecture
- Working knowledge of Microservices, Rest API's, Mobile & Cloud
- Demonstrating knowledge in scripting with Test Automation Tools
- Applying performance engineering skills
- Possessing experience working in Cloud environments
- Writing queries against databases and data warehouses
- Demonstrating experience in Testing Infrastructure capabilities

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workPwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlinesThe salary range for this position is: $82,500 - $198,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

About the company

PricewaterhouseCoopers is a multinational professional services network of firms headquartered in London, United Kingdom, operating as partnerships under the PwC brand.