QA Automation Manager at NTT Data Services in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Title: QA Automation Manager

Location: Boston, MA (remote during Covid)

Long Term Contract



Responsible for managing the conversion of the legacy automation library to Cucumber as well as all other test automation projects assigned. The QA Automation Manager plays a key role in supporting production systems by augmenting and executing the automated regression suite and is able to support white box testing efforts. The candidate should be prepared to make an immediate impact within the QA Team and contribute to building awareness of testing value by being able to quickly create UI and Service layer automated scripts in a test environment based on documented manual tests and associated use cases. Automation frameworks already exist to facilitate automated testing of applications and the future automated tests created should leverage and conform into the frameworks. Documents quality assurance practices. Adheres to all security standards and directives.



Responsibilities

The QA Automation Manager automates manual test cases used for system and regression testing of applications. Additionally, they execute and update existing, pre-scripted regression test cases both automated and manual and develops and executes and updates Performance test scripts and interprets the results. The QA Automation Manager collects, analyzes, tracks and report metrics of deliverables as per direction of the Testing Lead. The consultant manages multiple, simultaneous deliverables meeting deadlines without reduction in quality. The consultant produces reports, write-ups and results interpretation on request and assists Development in defect resolution.



Qualifications

Qualified candidate will have BS in Computer Science/equivalent (or equivalent work experience) and the following skills:



4-7 year experiences in the development/testing automation for:

• 4 years backend testing experience, including Web Service and test conversion testing


• Writing and executing test plans and test cases in various testing types


• GUI automation testing experience on Web based applications and Web Services


• Performance testing experience in designing scenarios, writing performance testing scripts, executing test scripts, and providing performance test analysis


• At least 2 years experiences on the following testing tool:
  
  
  
  • Cucumber
  
  
  
  

Strong knowledge of:

• Behavior Driven Development


• Source Control Systems


• SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle


• Jerkin


• Selenium


• Shell scripts


• Well-versed in all testing methodologies, such as white vs. black box test work and system vs. functional.


• Experience in developing detailed testing plans, test matrices, and test cases based on business requirements.


• Knowledge of work simplification methods.


• Knowledge of methods for general report writing.


• Knowledge of methods used for preparing charts, graphs, and tables.


• Ability to understand, explain, and apply accepted testing and analytical methodology.


• Ability to analyze and determine applicability of data, draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations.


• Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression.


• Ability to write concisely, express thoughts clearly, and develop ideas in logical sequence.


• A solid understanding of Quality Assurance as part of the development process.


• Dedication to developing routine tests and coordinating testing efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB

• Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.


• Knowledge of the organizational structure and functions of the assigned agency.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

• At least four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, or managerial experience in test automation upgrade or conversion.


• Experience in tracking issues and documenting efforts for remediation of errors.


• A solid understanding of Quality Assurance as part of the development process.


• Dedication to developing routine tests and coordinating testing efforts.


• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of supervision.


• Two years of scripting or programming experience.


• Detail oriented and a problem solver.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class 3 Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required.



The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. The Company will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other class protected by law. To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship to the Company would result. Apply Now