Test Automation Developer (Mid & Sr. Level) - Hybrid
Awarded a Healthiest Employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona aims to fulfill its mission to inspire health and make it easy. AZ Blue offers a variety of health insurance products and services to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and small and large businesses as well as providing information and tools to help individuals make better health decisions.
We are hiring for a future start date of 1/6/25.
This position is hybrid within the state of AZ only. This hybrid work opportunity requires residency, and work to be performed, within the State of Arizona
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Under limited direction, perform necessary activities to ensure all test automation development responsibilities are completed in support of divisional needs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Work Experience
Training (lev 1) / experience (levs 2 - 3) in development using an OOP language
Level 1: 1 year
Level 2: 3 years
Level 3: 5 years
Proficient programming in VBScript and/or OOP language
Level 1: 1 year
Level 2: 3 years
Level 3: 5 years
Experience integrating test automation approach into Agile delivery environment
Level 2: 1 year
Level 3: 3 years
Required Education
High-School Diploma or GED in general field of study
Required Licenses
N/A
Required Certifications
N/A
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Work Experience
Experience with in-depth test automation development
Level 1: 2 years
Level 2: 5 years
Level 3: 7 years
Proficient programming in VBScript and/or OOP language
Level 1: 2 years
Level 2: 5 years
Level 3: 7 years
Experience leading test automation efforts
Level 2: 3 years
Level 3: 5 years
Preferred Education
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
Preferred Licenses
N/A
Preferred Certifications
N/A
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Level 1
Designs, develops, configures, and maintains automated test frameworks and custom test solutions
Tests individual frameworks, programs, automation scripts and configurations (i.e., unit level testing)
Debugs automation frameworks/scripts and resolves technical issues
Documents technical solutions within test frameworks and custom test solutions
Leverages critical thinking to identify problems and recommend corresponding solutions
Modifies detailed test scripts/modules/applications/frameworks with high quality
Programs scripts/modules/applications with a high level of confidence
Maintains solid knowledge and develops expertise in one or more application areas with respect to automated testing tools and techniques
Is knowledgeable and effective in following established testing practices and processes
Coordinates test runs, prioritizing work, defines and manages defect reporting and resolution
Aligns the appropriate automated testing solution to most effectively and efficiently evaluate the acceptance criteria
Provides estimation on effort to create new or update existing automation tests
Determine estimates of effort and impacts for a variety of solutions
Contribute to technical discussions and decisions
Provide status, as requested, during regular meetings
Develop, deliver and assist others in delivering test results reports
Create and maintain reporting dashboards and produces appropriate management reporting
Level 2
Perform as subject matter/technical expert on test automation development
Determines programming impact on existing systems/automation frameworks
Programs scripts/modules/applications using a high level of technical expertise
Provides advice on automation tools/techniques, feasibility and implementation, process improvements as well as maintenance plans
Drives creative and innovative technical concepts to mechanize workflows from ideation to operational tools, designed with the capability to be reusable, maintainable, and efficient
Plans, coordinates and manages overall testing approach and strategy for projects and programs
Track industry trends and developments
Give oral presentations, organize project meetings and conduct demonstrations to various levels of users and management
Level 3
Provides technical consulting on complex projects, frameworks and design patterns
Creates or modifies procedures to solve complex problems
Contributes strategic vision and integrates a broad range of IT application and automation framework development ideas throughout the organization
Is sought out as a resource for resolution of unique or complex IT automation framework and application development problems involving multiple disciplines
Coordinate complex testing efforts spanning multiple departments
OVERALL
Each progressive level includes the ability to perform the essential functions of any lower levels and mentor employees in those levels.
The position requires a full-time work schedule. Full-time is defined as working at least 40 hours per week, plus any additional hours as requested or as needed to meet business requirements. Includes on-call rotation duties.
Perform all other duties as assigned
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Required Job Skills
In-depth experience with HP Quality Center, HP UFT or Open-source test automation tools e.g. Selenium, Cucumber
Expert understanding of critical test automation concepts
Understanding of scripting languages for test automation e.g., Ruby, Java, other OOP languages
Have an understanding of application design practices and procedures
Have general knowledge of software testing practices and procedures
Knowledgeable with test automation frameworks and automation design patterns
Strong working knowledge of web technologies, client/server, .NET and database systems
Deep knowledge of all phases of test lifecycle
Knowledge of underlying web technologies including HTTP, HTML, and JavaScript
Knowledge of Software Configuration Management (SCM) practices
Required Professional Competencies
Ability to rapidly pick up new technologies
Must have strong system engineering skills
Able to work effectively with a broad range of technical and business resources
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Must be well organized and efficient with excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Must have flexible schedule and be a team player
Must have strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to deliver products with highest quality and on time
Required Leadership Experience and Competencies
Ability to build synergy with a diverse team in an ever-changing environment
Facilitate and resolve customer requests and inquiries for all levels of stakeholders
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
Preferred Job Skills
N/A
Preferred Professional Competencies
N/A
Required Leadership Experience and Competencies
N/A
Our Commitment
AZ Blue does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected group.
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