Test Automation Technical Lead

About this opportunity

What you will do

• Create and execute test strategies for each code change starting from integration and system tests, through Regression testing, Performance testing, Data quality testing, Security testing all the way up to UAT, exploratory tests and non - functional tests, the goal is to automate as much of the testing effort as possible with a minimum set of code.
• Integrate testing scripts within CICD pipeline following CICD strategies.
• Work as part of Agile teams to design and develop test plans, test cases, edge cases, test scripts and tools for quality assurance of our products and ensure code quality and adherence to software testing best practices.
• Collaborate with Agile Teams, the Product Owner, and other stakeholders to understand product requirements, refine user stories, define and prioritize quality goals and test requirements, track and resolve defects, and other work the team needs to accomplish during and before the Sprint.
• Utilize both manual and automated testing tools and techniques to ensure thorough coverage and maintain the quality of software releases.
• Identify, document, and track defects, issues, and enhancements in a centralized Collaboration and Tracking system.
• Analyze test results, identify trends, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Review and provide feedback on the product architecture and design to ensure that it's conducive to test automation, robustness, and scalability.
• Participate in agile development processes and ceremonies such as sprint planning, backlog grooming, and sprint retrospectives.
• Understand and represent both the business and technology.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies in software testing and cloud computing.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, security, and data protection standards.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to team members in QA best practices and cloud technologies.
• Work with the team to address project scope, quality, cost, and Time related issues.

You will bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 6+ years of experience overall in Software Quality Assurance Roles.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in software testing automation.
• Strong Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MongoDB.
• Proficiency in using any of test automation tools and frameworks, such as Selenium WebDriver, Appium, Pytest, TestNG, Robot Framework, JMeter or similar tools.
• Proven experience with scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, Bash).
• Proven experience with one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#) for developing test automation tools and suites.
• Certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE) or test automation tools is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in API testing tools that require strong coding skills to create tests: Postman and REST Assured.
• Experience in code coverage and static analysis tools, such as SonarQube, Coveralls, or similar tools.
• Experience in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools, such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Travis CI.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.
• Experience in workflow management - such as PREFECT/ARGO is a plus.
• Experience in Cloud Platforms such as AWS/GCP/Azure, etc. is a plus.
• Experience of a Machine Learning MLOps is a plus.:

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify, troubleshoot, and document software issues.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team.

What´s in it for you?

Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of courageous decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds - you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo but will build what replaces it. Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls. You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your opportunity to make an impact is endless.

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