Automation Test Engineer

Job description

As an Automation Test Engineer , you will build test plans, test scenarios and test data to support development projects and project requirements and design documents
Responsibilities:
·  Execute test cases/scripts/scenarios on schedule (Functional, Systems Integration, and Regression Testing), and open defects as needed
·  Your proficiency is measured based on production stability and the number of defects
·  Evaluate the functional and non-functional requirements for test-ability, and use suitable cases for automation
·  Develop/build test automation strategy and focus specifically on maximizing reusability for regression
·  Design, build and execute automated tests to validate data centric applications
·  Identify regression testing needs and create and maintain an Automated Regression Suite
·  Provide test execution reports
·  Work closely with architects to analyze the end-to-end scenarios, gather requirements, and design the test cases that needs to be automated
·  Maintain automated scripts utilizing the existing framework, adhering to coding standards
·  Suggest/explore alternate tools for automation to bring-in more productivity and coverage
·  Participate in troubleshooting and drive root cause analysis and resolution
Auto req ID

354209BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Software Developer
State / Province

KARNATAKA
Primary job category

Software Development & Support
Company

(0063) IBM India Private Limited
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Yes
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

F&O
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

Bangalore
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Test automation tool primarily using Java with Selenium preferably in Data Engineering projects
·  Deep understanding in developing test scripts using tools like Selenium with Gherkins/Cucumber frameworks
·  Proficient in database fundamentals and exposure to complex SQLs. (DB2/Oracle/MySQL)
·  Experience as Test Automation Specialist and act as Data Steward while being able to prepare test data with necessary support from BA/PO
·  Experience with source control management tools (GitHub, Jenkins)
·  In-depth experience with using Agile lifecycle management tools like Jira
·  Proven ability in building test strategy and test plans for data centric application development projects
·  Comfortable with frequent, incremental code testing and deployment
Country/Region

India
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Good to have expertise in programming languages like Java or Scala
·  Familiarity with Agile development along with experience in Cloud infrastructure
·  Hands on experience with Data Analysis & Querying using SQLs and considerable exposure to ETL processes.
·  Expertise in testing Cloud native applications with High Volume Data processing.
·  Familiarity with load testing for multiple microservice components
·  Ambitious individual who can work under their own direction towards agreed targets/goals and with creative approach to work
·  Intuitive individual with an ability to manage change and proven time management
·  Proven interpersonal skills while contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
·  Up-to-date technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications
Secondary Job Category

Software Engineer
Eligibility Requirements

None
Position Type

Early Professional
Early Professional Track

Industry Early Professional
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
New Collar Role

No
Introduction

Software Developers at IBM are the backbone of our strategic initiatives to design, code, test, and provide industry-leading solutions that make the world run today - planes and trains take off on time, bank transactions complete in the blink of an eye and the world remains safe because of the work our software developers do. Whether you are working on projects internally or for a client, software development is critical to the success of IBM and our clients worldwide. At IBM, you will use the latest software development tools, techniques and approaches and work with leading minds in the industry to build solutions you can be proud of.
Your Life @ IBM

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Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.

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