QA Automations Engineer (Cypress with Selenium)

CIMET - Senior Test Automation Engineer - Cypress/Selenium

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Test Automation Engineer with expertise in Cypress/Selenium lead our test automation initiatives. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving the quality assurance strategy, mentoring team members, and ensuring that our automation frameworks and processes align with the highest industry standards. This is a leadership role requiring both hands-on expertise and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy:

• Define and implement the overall test automation strategy and roadmap, focusing on scalability and eMiciency.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level automation engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality goals align with business objectives.

Automation Framework Ownership:

• Design, develop, and enhance robust and scalable automation frameworks using Cypress/Selenium.
• Ensure frameworks are optimized for performance, maintainability, and integration with CI/CD pipelines.

Test Script Development and Review:

• Write, review, and maintain reusable and high-quality test scripts for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing.
• Automate testing for UI, API, and integration layers using Cypress/Selenium and other appropriate tools.

Test Planning and Execution:

• Lead the creation of detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and strategies.
• Oversee test execution, identify areas for improvement, and provide actionable recommendations.

Defect and Quality Management:

• Analyze automation test results, identify critical defects, and work with development teams to resolve them promptly.
• Drive root cause analysis processes to address recurring quality issues.

Performance and Load Testing:

• Lead eMorts to implement performance and load testing strategies using Cypress/Selenium plugins or other tools.
• Ensure the application meets scalability and performance requirements.

Process Optimization and Innovation:

• Stay current with emerging tools, technologies, and best practices in test automation.
• Identify opportunities to enhance automation coverage and improve eMiciency across teams.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with product managers, developers, and QA teams to integrate testing seamlessly into the development lifecycle.
• Provide detailed reporting on testing progress, automation coverage, and quality metrics to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.
• Proven expertise in Cypress/Selenium, including framework design, maintenance, and optimization.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript for test script development.
• Solid understanding of testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, BDD, TDD) and best practices.
• Hands-on experience integrating test automation with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).
• Strong knowledge of RESTful API testing and tools like Postman or Cypress/Selenium plugins.
• Experience with version control tools such as Git.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a leadership role within a QA or test automation team.
• Familiarity with additional testing tools like Selenium, Playwright, or Puppeteer.
• Experience with performance and load testing tools.
• ISTQB Advanced Certification or equivalent.
• Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Key Competencies:

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.