Software Engineer - Test Automation

Job description

Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
The QA Automation engineer having experience with agile methodology and who can develop system level test and automate them. Ability to work on Windows and Unix systems. The QA Automation Engineer will work closely with software engineers in an agile team to ensure the quality of code and products. As an Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions to streamline our processes, increase efficiency, and optimize productivity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, design robust automation frameworks, and execute end-to-end automation testing. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software development, proficiency in automation tools, and a passion for continuous improvement. As an Automation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions to streamline our processes, increase efficiency, and optimize productivity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, design robust automation frameworks, and execute end-to-end automation testing.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  5+ years of experience with testing or developing and maintaining production level software
·  Experience with Linux operating systems
·  Experience with two or more of the following: Java/Java script, SQL, Bash/shell scripting, Python, Groovy, Geb, Spock, Selenium,
·  Experience working as part of an agile development team
·  Strong problem-solving skills, self-driven with excellent attention to detail and obsessive about quality
·  Ability to manage workload to meet specific deadlines in accordance with business priorities
·  Knowledge of quality assurance processes
·  Experience with automated testing
·  Must work effectively as part of a team and be able to exercise independent judgment within defined guidelines and procedures
·  Demonstrated communication skills with English fluency, both written and verbal
·  Knowledge of the software development lifecycle

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

·  7+ years of experience with testing or developing and maintaining production level software
·  JavaScript - At least 5 years experience
·  HTML5/CSS3 - At least 2 years experience
·  Test Driven Development - At least 3 years experience