Senior Test Automation Engineer | Java/Selenium | English Speaker

Works independently taking full responsibility for a certain area. Works on quality engineering projects using available frameworks and tools and establishing plans for projects with on-time and on-budget project goals. Primary role in Quality Engineering in the areas of analysis and design, implementation and system integration, and execution, in line with agreed plans and strategies.Responsibilities Works on multiple phases of a project and/or multiple small projects of moderate scope and sometimes complex assignments. Takes responsibility for a certain area and conditions as well as results evaluation, problem resolution and planning. Selects appropriate standards, methods, tools and applications for project use. Applies data analysis and data modelling techniques to modify or maintain a data structure and its associated components (entity descriptions, relationship descriptions, attribute definitions). Creates and executes basic non-functional test scripts following a given set of guidelines and sets up test environments, data and monitors. Designs, codes, tests and documents simple programs or scripts and assists in the implementation of software which forms part of a properly engineered system. Co-ordinates the information gathering and reporting process, conducting research to define problems and preparing responses to anticipated questions. Accurately identifies project risks and reports effectively to relevant stakeholders. Manages issues, risks, actions, dependencies, and defects to the success of the project. Creates traceability records, from test cases back to requirements. Can report on system quality and collects metrics on test cases. Produces test scripts, materials and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services. Maintains the status of project and provides guidance to the work of junior team members, works across teams to achieve group goals. Qualifications Fluency in English is a MUST Flexible to work onsite from client's site. Able to work and delivery solely without a mentor or team members Unconditional flexibility to perform manual & automation testing Flexibility to switch weekends (Sunday through Thursday or Monday through Friday) and travel abroad if required 3 - 6 years of experience with hands-on corporate experience in software testing Automation testing using Java over Selenium Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or equivalent. Very Good client-facing skills. Very Good problem solving skills. Hands-on Experience: Functional testing, including:Test planning and effort estimation, Requirements analysis, Test design and implementation, Test execution, Test closure and reporting Automation testing using Java over Selenium Flexibility to switch between functional and automation testing as needed Reporting, including the development of necessary dashboards Coordination with various stakeholders (Directors, Business, Business Analysts, Project Managers, Developers, Testers, etc.) Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management Essential Skills Professional attitude, has developed a reputation as a trusted advisor. Good client-facing skills, experience in developing partnerships with the team and client and collaborating with others to exceed client expectations. Good problem solving skills, has experience in proposing different options and solutions for approaching and resolving issues. Adaptable and responds positively to changing business issues, sees change as an opportunity to improve performance. Excellent communication skills, adapts style accordingly and demonstrates an understanding of the audience’s perspective. Uses discretion when dealing with sensitive information. Good people skills, with experience in supporting others in raising their performance and working out their development goals. Experience in supporting team success and motivating others to keep morale and performance high. Good self management. Can set and work to quantified goals and standards. Delivers by being aware of and considering the commercial impacts. Must be flexible, independent and self motivated.