Lead Test Automation Engineer

Job description

IBM Global Business Services (GBS) is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants enabling enterprises to make smarter decisions and providing unparalleled client and consumer experiences in cognitive, data analytics, cloud technology and mobile app development. With global reach, outcome-focused methodologies and deep industry expertise, IBM GBS empowers clients to digitally reinvent their business and get the competitive edge in the cognitive era in over 170 countries.

Bottom line? We outthink ordinary. Discover what you can do at IBM.

IBM Client Innovation Center in Baton Rouge has an immediate opportunity for an experienced forward thinking Lead Test Specialist with a passion for growth and innovation. Join our team and utilize leading-edge technology to configure, develop, deliver and support applications for our clients in areas such as Mobile, Big Data, Cloud Computing or Smarter Commerce. Our clients are some of the world’s leading companies and you will be part of challenging projects to build and support technical solutions for their needs.

Lead Test Specialists have expertise in translating IT requirements into the design, development, and assembly of components to provide quality assurance for custom information systems. Typical examples of the deliverables are test plans, test models, functional tests, user interface tests, and test automation. Lead Test Specialists primarily apply their technical skills in an internal or external customer billable services and implementation environment.

Successful candidates for these positions will work onsite at the IBM Client Innovation Center in Baton Rouge. The IBM Client Innovation Center is an in-bound delivery model where we support our clients from our Baton Rouge center. However, some travel is expected and all candidates must be willing and able to travel to meet our client needs across the US. Travel is typically related to knowledge transfer and training at the client site (Monday thru Friday). You are expected to travel up to 50% of the time. This is a traditional office position. You must live in, or be willing to relocate to, Louisiana. The work location is 100 North Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802. This is not a work from home position.

BENEFITS
Health Insurance. Paid time off. Corporate Holidays. Sick leave. Family planning. Financial Guidance. Competitive 401K. Training and Learning. We continue to expand our benefits and programs, offering some of the best support, guidance and coverage for a diverse employee population.

CAREER GROWTH
Our goal is to be essential to the world, which starts with our people. Company wide we kicked off an internal talent strategy program called Go Organic. At our core, we are committed to believing and investing in our workforce through:

Skill development: helping our employees grow their foundational skills
Finding the dream job at IBM: navigating our company with the potential for many careers by channeling an employee’s strengths and career aspirations
Diversity of people: Diversity of thought driving collective innovation

In 2015, Go Organic filled approximately 50% of our open positions with internal talent that were promoted into the role.

CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP
With an employee population of 375,000 in over 170 countries, amazingly we connect, collaborate, and care. IBMers drive a corporate culture of shared responsibility. We love grand challenges and everyday improvements for our company and for the world. We care about each other, our clients, and the communities we live, work, and play in!
·  http://www.ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/initiatives.html
·  http://www.ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/corporateservicecorps

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Auto req ID

158625BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Test Specialist
State / Province

LOUISIANA
Primary job category

Technical Specialist
Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

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

No
Travel Required

Up to 50% or 3 days a week (home on weekends - based on project requirements)
IBM Business Group

GBS
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

BATON ROUGE
EO Statement

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, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  At least 5 years experience in test planning, execution, reporting and defect management using tools such as HP ALM Quality Center, Rational Quality Manager, etc.
·  At least 2 years experience in UI test automation, using tools such as Selenium, Rational Functional Tester, HP UFT (QTP), etc.
·  At least 2 years experience with OOP and scripting languages such as C++,Java, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, XML, etc.
·  Experience developing custom test automation frameworks using tools such as Eclipse, Maven, JUnit, Cucumber, etc.
·  Experience as a team lead and/or technical mentor.
·  Experience in Agile Scrum environments and with virtual teams.

Country/Region

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  At least 7 years experience in test planning, execution, reporting and defect management using tools such as HP ALM Quality Center, Rational Quality Manager, etc.
·  At least 4 years experience in UI test automation, using tools such as Selenium, Rational Functional Tester, HP UFT (QTP), etc.
·  At least 4 years experience with OOP and scripting languages such as C++,Java, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, XML, etc.
·  Minimum of 2 years experience developing custom test automation frameworks using tools such as Eclipse, Maven, JUnit, Cucumber, etc.
·  Minimum of 2 years experience as a team lead and/or technical mentor.
·  Minimum of 2 years experience in Agile Scrum environments and with virtual teams.

Secondary Job Category

Services Specialist
Eligibility Requirements

None
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire