QA Engineer (Automation)

Job Description

Purpose of the role

To design, develop, and execute testing strategies to validate functionality, performance, and user experience, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects, and continuously improve testing processes and methodologies, to ensure software quality and reliability. 

Accountabilities

• Development and implementation of comprehensive test plans and strategies to validate software functionality and ensure compliance with established quality standards.
• Creation and execution automated test scripts, leveraging testing frameworks and tools to facilitate early detection of defects and quality issues.         .
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to analyse requirements, participate in design discussions, and contribute to the development of acceptance criteria, ensuring a thorough understanding of the software being tested.
• Root cause analysis for identified defects, working closely with developers to provide detailed information and support defect resolution.
• Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations, and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

• To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
• Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
• Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
• Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
• Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
• Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
• Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Join us as a “QA Engineer (Automation)" at Barclays, where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unapparelled customer experiences.
You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as experience with, skills to meet business requirement as well as job-specific skillsets.

To be successful as a “QA Engineer (Automation)", you should have experience with:

Basic/ Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
•  Design and develop automated test scripts using Java, c# .Net , Python and industry-standard tools and frameworks such as Selenium and Appium.
• Implement BDD practices using Cucumber to write test cases in plain language that are then testable by code
• Execute automated tests and analyze results to identify defects and ensure software quality.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to understand requirements and create effective test plans.
• Maintain and update existing automated test scripts to accommodate changes in the software.
• Report and track defects, and work with developers to resolve issues.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on testability and quality.
• Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Proven experience in software testing, with a focus on automation using Java, C#, Python.
• Proficiency in Python programming language and experience with automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium and Appium.
• Strong understanding of BDD methodologies and experience with Cucumber
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and testing methodologies.
• Strong knowledge on Xray and experience in integration with JIRA.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical abilities , Excellent Communication Skills along with good interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively, able to perform under pressure, flexible to accommodate extended working hours.

Desirable skillsets/ good to have:

• Experience with performance testing and load testing tools.
• Functional/Domain experience in financial services Investment Banking/Markets.
• Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.

This role will be based out of Pune.