SDET/QA automation

The ideal candidate would be in involved in the implementation of best practice techniques for test-driven development, value-based exploratory testing, risk identification, and production support. The resource would participate in early design discussions provide integrity to the App quality by identifying gaps, ensure critical analysis of documentation, and clarifying testing scenarios prior to development start. Providing innovative approaches to coordinate multi-region testing allowing more condensed testing schedules will be within daily activities. 
The position would be responsible to operate within fast-paced initiatives, in order to retain quick time to market. With the agile-like project lifecycle, the candidate would need to have a deep understanding to balance Agile QA process, and audit compliance of SDLC standards. Supporting UAT testing would require similar coordination of the same QA groups to ensure seamless testing by providing proper scheduling of data preparation and defect tracking. 

Education/Experience 
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or relevant field required 
• 8-10 years’ experience required 
• Extensive Experience and understanding in leading QA process [Agile and Waterfall]. 
• Extensive experience in QA tools (ALM, Clear quest, JIRA, Rally) 
• Expertise in the following –Java, Selenium, Web Drivers, JSON, SOAP, REST, and Web Services 

Skills 
• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills (Required) 
• Strong ability to work independently and manage one’s time (Required) 
• Strong knowledge on web based applications in areas of marketing 
• Strong knowledge on database testing (Required) 
• Backend testing using UNIX (Win SCP and Putty) 
• Strong Analytical, Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Strong Experience in automated test tools (QTP, Selenium) 
• Hands on experience in testing desktop web, native and hybrid mobile apps, web API’s, database testing and test automation 
• Extensive experience in QA tools (ALM, Clear quest, JIRA, Rally) 
• Expertise in database testing (MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle) 
• Knowledge of object oriented programming using Page/Object model 

Must have skills: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related Field. Manager is looking for 8-10 years of Java, Selenium, Web Drivers, JSON, SOAP, REST, and Web Services experience. The manager is open to looking at some candidates with lesser experience in some areas like 4-6 years for a couple, but most need to be 8-10 years. Must have Experience with Agile, Waterfall, and QA Tools (ALM, Clear quest, JIRA, Rally) 

Thanks and Regards,

Shilpa Sood

510-254-3300 ext. 183