Enterprise QA Automation Analyst - Senior

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The Enterprise Quality Assurance Automation Analyst-Senior will support the initiative to improve quality throughout all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle through design and implementation of the Enterprise Quality Assurance Test Automation Plan and Procedures ensuring adherence to the defined and documented SDLC & PMLC methodologies.

The EQA Automation Analyst-Senior will lead the evaluation of the requirements to determine test & use cases suitable for automation. The EQA Automation Analyst-Senior works directly with the EQA Architects, Leads and Manager in the design of the test automation strategy focused on maximizing script reuse for regression purposes and implements the strategy by developing, coding and executing test case and test script frameworks.

• Bachelor's degree required; an additional four (4) years of automation tools experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Five (5) years of QA or testing experience including familiarity with QA tools and techniques, defect tracking systems, test design and execution and experience diagnosing, reporting, tracking and resolving quality issues required.
• Five (5) years of Quality Management & Automation Tools experience required to include experience using HP Quality Center (QC) & HP Quick Test Pro (QTP) or HP Unified Functional Tester and the ability to mentor team members in use of the tool.
• Demonstrated experience in creation of automation estimates, schedule and sprint planning
• Demonstrated ability to guide team members in test case/script preparation and execution preferred.
• Knowledge of the basic principles, processes, phases and roles of application development methodologies
• Knowledge of primary database engines such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2 with a demonstrated ability to write complex queries to be used for data validation and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of object-oriented development tools, techniques, and principles
• Knowledge of functions, features, and components of existing and planned operating systems and applications is preferred
• Knowledge and experience with source and change control management methods, tools and technologies
• Experience in guiding team members in test case/script preparation and execution preferred
• Knowledge of various environmental elements as they relate to testing (i.e. networking, hardware, software, mid-tier, etc.), and the ability to effectively assist with troubleshooting as needed
• Proficient in C# or similar OO languages providing basic programming concepts
• Excellent time management skills including the ability to manage competing priorities. Detailed oriented. Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team or to be self-directed as required
• Good organizational and project management skills including demonstrated success in leading medium to large sized project teams.
• Proven ability to assist, coach and mentor team members in use of automation tools
• Intermediate to advanced user level in MS Office products including Word, Project, PowerPoint and Excel as well as Visio preferred
• Knowledge of managed health care business is preferred.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic/problem solving skills required.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing, by phone, and in person. Detailed oriented with strong organizational skills and time management skills to manage competing priorities
• Ability and desire to develop relationship management & collaboration skills and work collaboratively in a team atmosphere
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing, by phone, and in person.
• Proven examples of displaying the IH values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Collaborative and Accountable.

• Assist in coordination, scheduling & maintenance of Test Environments, test data and hardware/virtual equipment used by the Automation Team
• Interact with project managers, architects, developers & EQA Analysts to develop a strong understanding of project and testing objectives
• In conjunction with the EQA Automation Architect, lead the design, development and maintenance of the Automation Framework to support the Enterprise Quality Assurance goals & objectives for test automation
• In conjunction with the EQA Automation Architect, lead the design, development and maintenance of reusable automated test scripts. Collaborates with Developers to design, maintain and run performance and load tests.
• Use testing tools and techniques to execute test cases and build/script new tools for performing testing/validation function
• Develop and lead the automation strategy/effort and generate scripts to perform automated testing cycles using selected products including Unified Functional Tester, StormRunner, AppPulse & Loadrunner
• Actively participate and lead, as required, sprint planning activities and utilize TFS to build tasks and estimates for assigned work. Update tasks throughout sprints providing accurate feedback to project teams.
• Review Business and Technical Specifications effecting designated areas of expertise and provide feedback to improve clarity of the specifications and usability of the functionality.
• Execute automation and provide detailed analysis of test results
• Lead troubleshooting and triaging of issues to drive towards root cause identification and resolution
• Create & maintain documentation following established EQA Team standards and processes
• Utilize TFS to build tasks and estimates for assigned work. Update tasks throughout sprints providing accurate feedback to project teams.
• Document test results and automation progress as well as methods and techniques used
• Participate in effective post release/implementation metrics and analysis to enhance implementations.
• Actively participate with the implementation of DevOps

Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Hiring Compensation Range: $100,000 - $120,000 annually

Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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