Senior Test Automation Engineer

About the company
Since 2011, Sync has been on a mission to provide a safe space for the world to collaborate through its award-winning cloud apps and ground-breaking privacy protection features to share big ideas, store important information and collaborate on game-changing projects, making the world a better place.
Our core values are constant - four fundamental forces that help define us, shape us, guide us, and unify us. They govern our universe: who we are as a company, how we act as individuals, and what we can accomplish as a team. Humanity, ownership, growth, and commitment: when we re in sync with our values and each other, we bring people together to do truly incredible things.

About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Test Automation Engineer with expertise in Selenium to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in test automation, a deep understanding of software testing methodologies, and a strong background in using Selenium for automated testing.

This is a remote role in Canada.

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
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of software applications, including their architecture, functionality, and technical debt
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues, such as defects, performance problems, or integration issues
• Use data-driven approaches to inform testing decisions and optimize test automation processes
• Continuously improve and optimize test automation processes and methodologies to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
• Monitor and analyze metrics, such as test coverage, execution time, and defect density, to identify areas for improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in test automation with a strong focus on Selenium.
• Proficient in programming language such as Java, 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.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of other test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Appium, TestNG, JUnit) is a plus.

Why Join Sync?

• 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.

Sync.com is an equal opportunity, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants needs throughout the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If selected to participate in the process, please inform us of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

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