QA Automation Analyst

Job DescriptionJob Description SummaryThe Quality Assurance Automation Analyst contributes to all phases of the Software Testing Lifecycle through the analysis, design, execution, and maintenance of software test suites. This role works closely with Business Unit stakeholders to review requirements, validate designs, create work estimates, and verify product releases. The Quality Assurance Automation Analyst also works in close collaboration with the Quality Assurance Team Lead to define and implement best practices across all phases of the Software Testing Lifecycle.Core Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesDevelop 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 Education, Experience, And CompetenciesPost-secondary education in Computer Science or Software Engineering 3+ years of experience developing automated tests using Selenium, REST Assured, Cucumber, Java, or JUnit for UI modules built on java and Web services3+ years of experience integrating automated tests into continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines. Experience writing basic SQL data retrieval queries using joins.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 or Gradle 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 (mainly java programming)Familiarity with Typescript as a language (use for Playwright)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 Company MissionJ.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 ValuesAt 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.Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please reach out to tarecruitment@jdpa.com.J.D. Power does not disclose your personal data to unauthorized third parties. However, as a global corporation consisting of multiple affiliated companies in various countries, J.D. Power has international sites and J.D. Power uses resources located throughout the world. J.D. Power may from time to time also use third parties to act on J.D. Power’s behalf. You agree to the fact that to the extent necessary your personal data may be transferred and/or disclosed to any company within J.D. Power group of companies as well as to third parties acting on J.D. Power’s behalf, including also transfers to servers and databases outside the country where you provided J.D. Power with your personal data. Such transfers may include for example transfers and/or disclosures outside the European Economic Area and in the United States of America. If you are a California or United Kingdom resident, additional disclosures about the information we collect and how we use that information can be found by clicking here.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.