Reference: 4899 CDS

Job Description:

The Automated Testing Engineer needs to design and write programs that run automatic tests on new or existing software. The Test Engineer must use automation frameworks (standardised guidelines) to build these programs on and write test scripts that do the testing. The Test Engineer will need to use a testing tool such as Selenium (or similar).
The objective is for the to automate as much of the testing effort as possible with a minimum set of code/scripts. The focus should be on the test effort not testing coverage. ie, if one manual test case or manual test preparation process consumes a large percentage of test resources, then this manual process should be the first to be automated.
Software testing
Designing and writing test automation scripts
Using test automation frameworks
Investigating problems in software as a result of testing
Working with Business Analysts, System Architects, and Software Developers to find solutions
Documenting and communicating the testing outcomes to the team

Qualifications:

Experience using software testing tools, such as Selenium
Relevant experience / IT qualification
Understanding of relevant programming languages, such as PHP and Java
Mathematical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Teamwork skills, because most projects require input from individuals with different roles
Self-development skills to keep up to date with fast-changing trends