QA Automation Lead

SUMMARY

This role will be responsible for implementing an automation approach for a large Covetrus enterprise applications and working with leadership to better define an automation strategy. This individual will work with third party partners as well as work across Covetrus to ensure automation first mentality and high-quality end to end solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for the primary development and execution of testing strategies that span all aspects of the project
• Coach and mentor other members of the QA automation on best practices
• Thinks beyond an individual team and coaches' teammates (Software Engineers and Test Engineers) to think of the entire platform, not only what they may be directly working on
• Design test strategies and approaches that take end user functionality, performance, security, database and technical (API's) considerations into play to ensure a fully tested solution is built and tested
• Willing to learn new applications and testing enablers which will help in doing testing more efficiently and effectively.

• Proficient withQA Automation testing tools (Tricentis Tosca) to set up and execute and report on tests
• Proactively plan for the creation and/or maintenance of test data and environments required for executing test plans and cases for the organization in a microservices and legacy environment
• Proven ability to manage and influence partners
• Ability to define and create testing KPI's that can be used within and across teams
• Ability to assess and clearly communicate risk to decision makers

• Track defect status, work with developers to reproduce and resolve defects, and execute re-tests and regression testing.
• Strive to continually improve the consistency, predictability, and efficiency of all product engineering related efforts

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in math / computer science / engineering or science discipline is preferred but not necessary.
• 5+ years demonstrated experience mentoring a team of Software QA Engineers.

• 5+ years of professional experience in the field of Quality Engineering and hands on Software QA Test Automation experience Tricentis Tosca
• Experience working in agile environment is a plus
• Experience working with onshore and offshore teams
• Working knowledge of Ready API, Postman, Azure Devops, Jira and performance testing is preferred.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS AND ABILITIES)

• Capability to quickly learn and assimilate new skills and technologies in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Proven experience leading matrixed software quality assurance teams in an agile environment
• Exceptional written and oral communications skills
• Self-driven initiative to ask questions, learn, and identify resolutions
• Works well with others in small, collaborative groups

• Drive to acquire new skills and concepts
• Effective time management in an agile work environment
• Ability to perform well under pressure and be resourceful in meeting our internal and external deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Remote Work
• Extensive computer work

Salary may vary depending on factors such as confirmed job-related skills, experience, and location.

However, the pay range for this position is as follows.

We offer the following benefits for you to take advantage of while you are here provided you meet the eligibility requirements under each governing program:

* 401k savings & company match

* Paid time off

* Paid holidays

* Maternity leave

* Parental leave

* Military leave

* Other leaves of absence

* Health, dental, and vision benefits

* Health savings accounts

* Flexible spending accounts

* Life & disability benefits

* Identity theft protection

* Pet insurance

* Sales Positions are eligible for a Variable Incentive

* Certain positions may include eligibility for a short term incentive plan

Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.