QA Automation Analyst

J.D. Power
London
CAD 60,000 - 80,000
Job description

Title:QA Automation Analyst - P2

Location: Remote Canada

Reports To: QA Team Lead


The Role:

Gain hands-on experience in designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts using Selenium, Playwright, JMeter etc. Collaborate with development teams to ensure software quality and reliability. Ideal for those passionate about technology and eager to learn the intricacies of software quality engineering.


The Impact You Will Have in This Role:

QA Automation analysts play a crucial role in enhancing software quality and efficiency. By automating repetitive tests, they accelerate the development process, identify and resolve defects early, and ultimately improve the overall user experience. This hands-on role also provides valuable experience in quality engineering methodologies, automation tools, and collaboration with development teams.


What You'll Be Doing in This Role:

  • Develop a detailed technical understanding of client needs and project requirements
  • Work with Solution Analysts to review and provide feedback for Software Requirements Specifications
  • Contribute to Software Test Plans to define the scope, objective, and approach of testing activities
  • Collaborate with technical stakeholders to create detailed work package estimates
  • Develop and execute integration, system, and acceptance level automated tests to verify requirements
  • Create and review software testing defect, progress, and summary reports
  • Contribute to the investigation and triage of software defects for assigned projects

Qualifications of this Role:

  • Post-secondary education in Computer Science or Software Engineering
  • 1-3 years of experience developing automated tests using Selenium, REST Assured, Cucumber, Java, or JUnit
  • 1-3 years of experience integrating automated tests into continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines
  • Experience with web servers such as Apache HTTP Server or NGINX
  • Experience with version control software such as Git or Perforce
  • Experience with build tools such as Maven or Ant
  • Experience with continuous integration tools such as Jenkins or TeamCity
  • Detailed knowledge of all phases in the Software Testing Lifecycle
  • Experience designing and executing test suites for unit, integration, system, and acceptance test levels
  • Experience working with a variety of software development languages
  • Familiarity with service-oriented architecture and design principles
  • Familiarity with relational and non-relational database design
  • Excellent presentation skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of an organization
  • Exceptionally self-motivated, self-directed, and detail-oriented
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills

The Hiring Manager says:

I am looking for a highly motivated automation analyst with a strong passion in quality engineering and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate possesses strong learning agility, technical proficiency, and a curious mindset to delve deeper into the domain. Collaborative abilities are essential for working effectively within cross-functional teams.


The Way We Work:

  • Leader Led
  • Remote First
  • Foster Flexibility
  • Reward Performance
  • Time Off Matters

Company Mission

J.D. Power is clear about what we do to ensure our success into the future. We unite industry leading data and insights with world-class technology to solve our clients' toughest challenges.

Our Values

At J.D. Power, we strive to be Truth Finders, Change Makers and Team Driven - the distinct behaviors that, together, define our unique culture.


J.D. Power is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

J.D. Power is an equal-opportunity employer and compliant with AODA/ADA legislation. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please reach out to tarecruitment@jdpa.com.


To all recruitment agencies: J.D. Power does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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