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Automation Tester

Posted 18 days 19 hours ago by Cognizant

£80,000 - £100,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Role Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Automation Tester to join our team and ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in test planning, execution, automation, and API testing, with experience in Agile methodologies and CI/CD environments. This role requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Test Planning & Design:
    • Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies aligned with project requirements.
    • Design detailed test cases covering functional, integration, and regression scenarios.
  • Test Execution & Reporting:
    • Execute manual and automated tests, ensuring complete coverage and accuracy.
    • Perform API testing and validate system integration across multiple platforms.
    • Document and report test results, highlighting defects and risks.
  • Automation Framework Development:
    • Develop and modify automation frameworks to support evolving project needs.
    • Enhance existing frameworks for scalability, maintainability, and performance.
  • Release & CI/CD Support:
    • Assess release readiness and participate in CI/CD deployment cycles.
    • Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth and timely releases.
  • Agile Practices:
    • Participate in Agile ceremonies (Daily Stand ups, Sprint Planning, Retrospectives).
    • Contribute to PI Planning and provide accurate Agile test estimations.
  • Defect Management:
    • Lead defect triage sessions, prioritize fixes, and ensure timely resolution.
    • Maintain defect logs and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Work closely with product owners, developers, and business analysts to clarify requirements and ensure quality standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Certifications:
    • ISTQB or equivalent.
  • Testing Expertise:
    • API Testing, Automation & Manual Testing.
  • Programming & Tools:
    • Java, JUnit, Mockito, WireMock, Selenium, Cucumber, OpenPOJO, RestAssured, PACT.
    • Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, IntelliJ.
Desired Skills
  • Docker, Kubernetes, Kibana, Dynatrace, Grafana, SonarQube, Swagger.
Soft Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and mentor junior testers.
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