Automation Test Engineer

**Key Responsibilities: **

- Develop, execute, and maintain automation planning, scripting, and maintenance strategies.

- Design and create reusable architectures for UI & API test frameworks to support various repeatable tests, emphasizing reusability and maintainability of test scripts.

- Manage the execution of automated tests and seamlessly integrate automated scripts with our test management tool.

- Utilize analytical skills to tackle complex problems and motivate team members to produce creative solutions and services.

- Collaborate actively in the overall automation effort, influencing the direction, effort, schedule, and prioritization of automation initiatives.

- Assist team members in effectively utilizing the automation framework and scripts.

- Provide support to different teams for their specific needs, including framework-related tasks and regression testing for development merge requests.

- Set up and maintain pipeline jobs for all supported tracks, ensuring efficient and automated test execution processes.

- Work closely with various work streams to support deployment and release activities.

- Collaborate in the creation of overall Quality Assurance (QA) Program estimates for the Automation team and contribute to Automation Timelines.

**Requirements: **

- Proven experience in UI & API automation testing and demonstrated expertise in creating test frameworks.

- Strong understanding of Appium for both iOS and Android applications.

- Familiarity with working on Cloud platforms similar to Perfecto, Seetest, or Saucelabs

- In-depth knowledge of backend services and API testing methodologies.

- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Java or Python for test automation.

- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines to facilitate automated testing processes.

- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and a track record of effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.

- Knowledge of automotive systems or relevant domains is a significant advantage.

- An eagerness to adapt to new technologies and a commitment to staying updated with the latest industry trends.