Automation Engineer
About the role
Must-haves:1) Lead with Expertise in Automation Frameworks and the Tosca automation tool2) Ability to Design Scalable and Maintainable Automation Solutions for Enterprise Apps (SAP ECC and S/4 HANA)3) Experience developing end-to-end automation across applications.JD:Automation Architect to spearhead the implementation of robust automation testing strategies for integrated enterprise applications. This role is pivotal in leading the SAP S/4 automation initiative, improving test coverage, and delivering high-quality software solutions. Key Responsibilities:Automation Strategy and Framework Development:- Collaborate with project stakeholders, including clients, project managers, and technical teams, to understand the project requirements, application architecture, and testing needs.- Design and develop a comprehensive automation testing strategy and framework aligned with industry best practices and project objectives.- Evaluate and select appropriate automation tools and technologies based on project requirements and application characteristics.- Define and document automation testing processes, standards, and guidelines to ensure consistency and maintainability across projects. Automation Test Planning and Design:- Create detailed automation test plan, outlining the scope, approach, test scenarios, test data requirements, and automation objectives.- Identify and prioritize test cases suitable for automation, considering factors such as business criticality, risk, and complexity.- Design and develop modular, reusable, and scalable test automation frameworks and libraries.- Collaborate with development teams to ensure testability and maintainability of the application codebase. Test Automation Implementation and Execution:- Lead and mentor a team of automation test engineers in developing, maintaining, and executing automated test scripts and scenarios.- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to set up and configure test environments, data, and tool integrations.- Execute and monitor automated test runs, analyzing and troubleshooting any failures or issues.- Ensure efficient test data management and test environment maintenance for automated testing. Automation Test Reporting and Maintenance:- Analyze and interpret automated test results, identifying trends, patterns, and potential issues.- Generate comprehensive automation test reports, including coverage metrics, defect trends, and recommendations for improvement.- Present automation test findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including technical teams, project managers, and client representatives.- Implement processes and strategies for ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the automation framework and test suites. Team Leadership and Mentoring:- Lead and mentor a team of automation test engineers, providing technical guidance, coaching, and support.- Foster a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and best practices within the team.- Ensure adherence to coding standards, automation best practices, and project timelines. Qualifications and Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.- Minimum of 12 years of experience in test automation, with a strong focus on enterprise applications (SAP) and complex integrated systems.- Hands-on experience with industry-standard automation testing tools (e.g., TOSCA).- Experience with automation testing in various environments, including cloud, on-premises, and hybrid infrastructures.- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to design and implement scalable and maintainable automation solutions.- Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams.- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.