Application Systems Analyst / Programmer

13 Hours ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

This Senior QA Engineer position involves establishing and driving automated testing strategies for a software modernization project. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing automated test strategies, building and maintaining test automation frameworks using Cypress, writing and executing automated test scripts, integrating tests into DevOps pipelines, collaborating with development teams, mentoring team members, identifying and reporting software defects, and providing guidance on QA methodologies. The role requires strong technical expertise in JavaScript, experience with test automation frameworks, and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines. The candidate should also have excellent communication and collaboration skills. The successful candidate will contribute to the quality and timely delivery of the software modernization project.
Must have:
  • Expert proficiency in JavaScript
  • Experience in building and using test automation frameworks
  • Experience integrating tests into DevOps pipelines
  • Experience developing and documenting test plans

Job Details

Position Title: NOC/Helpdesk Technician

Description Senior QA Engineer
 
Project Background and Objective
This position requires a highly skilled Senior QA Engineer to establish and drive comprehensive automated testing strategies and practices as a part of the Department of Personnel and Administration’s (DPA) critical software modernization project. The primary objective is to ensure the quality, functionality, performance, accessibility, and security of the modernized web application through robust automated testing.

 


 
Primary Responsibilities
The contractor will be responsible for the following:

  1. Automated Test Strategy and Implementation:

  2. Design, develop, and implement comprehensive automated test strategies for a 3rd party web application.

  3. Build, maintain, and enhance test automation frameworks utilizing Cypress 

  4. Write, execute, and maintain automated test scripts focusing on functionality, performance, accessibility, and security.

  5. Maintain clear and concise documentation for all automated testing processes and frameworks.

  6. CI/CD Integration:

  7. Integrate automated tests into DevOps pipelines to enable seamless Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) workflows.

  8. Collaboration and Knowledge Transfer:

  9. Collaborate effectively with internal development teams, product managers, and other stakeholders.

  10. Engage professionally and effectively with external vendors related to the 3rd party web application.

  11. Mentor and coach existing team members on test automation best practices, tools, and techniques, facilitating knowledge transfer.

  12. Quality Assurance:

  13. Identify, analyze, and report software defects, and track them to resolution.

  14. Ensure that quality issues and defects are appropriately identified, documented, tracked, and resolved.

  15. Provide expert guidance on QA methodologies and best practices.

 


 
Required Qualifications

  1. Technical Expertise

  2. Expert proficiency in JavaScript.

  3. Extensive experience in building and utilizing test automation frameworks (e.g., Cypress, Selenium, Playwright).

  4. Demonstrated experience in integrating automated tests into DevOps pipelines for CI/CD workflows (e.g. Azure DevOps)

  5. Proven experience in developing and documenting comprehensive test plans.

  6. Strong understanding of web application testing, including functionality, performance, accessibility, and security testing.

  7. Cognitive and Analytical

  8. Strong problem solving abilities

  9. Reporting and trend analysis

  10. Situational awareness

 


 
Desired Professional Attributes

  • Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

  • Strong Collaboration Skills: Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment and with cross-functional teams.

  • Vendor Engagement: Proven ability to effectively engage with and communicate with external vendors.

  • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Proactive and Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently and take initiative to drive project success.

  • Mentorship and Coaching Abilities: Capacity to effectively transfer knowledge and mentor team members in test automation.

 


 
Success Criteria / Performance Metrics
Successful performance in this role will be measured by:

  • Successful design, development, and implementation of the automated testing framework and test suites within the project timelines.

  • Achieving agreed-upon automated test coverage for critical application functionalities.

  • Seamless and effective integration of automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline, contributing to faster and more reliable releases.

  • Clarity, completeness, and accuracy of test plans, documentation, and reports.

  • Effective identification, reporting, and tracking of software defects.

  • Positive feedback from team members regarding the quality of mentorship, knowledge transfer, and collaboration.

  • Overall contribution to the quality and timely delivery of the software modernization project.

 


 

Working Environment

  • This is a 100% remote position engaging with mostly remote teams

  • Strong focus on collaboration and transparency

    Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

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