Test Automation Engineering Manager, Beam Benefits

• 8+ years in software testing, including at least 3 years in a leadership position
• Expertise in test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Appium)Strong programming skills in Python, Ruby, Java, JavaScript, or similar languages
• Experience in unit testing frameworks (e.g., RSpec, Jest, PyUnit, Junit, etc.)
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured, K6)
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools (e.g., Buildkite, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI)
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience leading and mentoring test automation engineers
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and align testing efforts with business goals
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail

Desirable

• We are seeking a Test Automation Engineering Manager to lead our automation efforts, drive quality projects, and build robust testing frameworks
• The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise and exceptional leadership skills to guide a team of test automation engineers
• This role involves collaborating with different departments to ensure top-quality software delivery at scale
• As a key member of our team, you will be a self-starter with the initiative to enhance the efficiency and quality of software delivery
• You will mentor fellow engineers and share your insights throughout our software development lifecycle, making your contributions vital to our success
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of test automation engineers
• Cultivate a culture of quality, responsibility, and continuous improvement
• Establish clear objectives, provide constructive performance feedback, and support the career advancement of team members
• Partner with development, product, and operations teams to incorporate test automation into the software development lifecycle
• Devise and execute test automation strategies to boost efficiency and minimize manual testing efforts
• Create and maintain scalable, reusable, and efficient automation frameworks for UI, API, and performance testing
• Identify and integrate suitable tools, technologies, and industry best practices for automation testing
• Supervise and improve test coverage across various layers of the application
• Promote the use of continuous testing in CI/CD pipelines to guarantee swift and dependable deployments
• Set and monitor key test automation metrics (e.g., test coverage, flakiness, execution time)
• Work with engineering leadership to prioritize and mitigate quality risks
• Ensure thorough root cause analysis and defect tracking to reduce production issues
• Advocate for test-driven development (TDD) or behavior-driven development (BDD) practices
• Continuously evaluate and enhance testing processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness
• Stay informed about industry trends in test automation, quality engineering, and DevOps practices
• Support and implement innovative testing methodologies to elevate software quality