Sync.com is hiring a
Senior Test Automation Engineer

Summary

The job is for a Senior Test Automation Engineer with at least 5 years of experience in test automation, specifically with Selenium. The role involves mentoring junior team members, developing and leading cross-functional teams, and implementing automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver. This is a remote role based in Canada.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in test automation with a strong focus on Selenium
• Proficient in programming languages such as PHP and Javascript etc
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and software testing life cycle (STLC)
• Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools such as Jenkins, Bitbicket pipelines, GitLab CI, or CircleCI

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide junior team members in test automation best practices and techniques
• Provide coaching and guidance on leadership skills, such as collaboration, communication, and decision-making
• Develop and lead cross-functional teams to drive testing initiatives and ensure successful project outcomes
• Manage stakeholder expectations and priorities through clear communication and negotiation
• Facilitate discussions and debates to drive consensus on testing priorities and approaches
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver (or other testing frameworks like Appium, Cucumber, etc.)
• Design and implement robust test automation frameworks and strategies to ensure efficient and effective testing
• Implement Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to automate test execution and feedback
• Collaborate with development teams to identify test requirements, create test plans, and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including developers, product managers, and executives
• Analyze test results, identify issues, and provide detailed feedback to the development team for improvement

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of other test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Appium, TestNG, JUnit) is a plus

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to a dynamic and innovative team
• Chance to make a significant impact on the infrastructure that underpins our software products
• Competitive compensation package and benefits
• Professional growth opportunities through continuous learning and skill development