Senior Automation Test Engineer

Job Description - Senior Automation Test Engineer 

Kneat enables regulated organizations to move from paper-based validation to intelligent, digitized, paperless solutions. And we do it through the ongoing development of a powerful, purpose-built software platform. In 2014, after 8 years of intensive software development, we launched the world’s most advanced validation software to help revolutionize the speed, precision, transparency and intelligence of validation in the Life Sciences sector. The solution is now used by some of the world’s leading Life Sciences companies.

As Kneat continues to expand, we are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Automation Test Engineer to join our Software Testing Dept.

Position Summary

Reporting to our Test Manager the Automation Test Engineer will be focused on the creation and implementation of automation test solutions. Using existing and new technologies the role will focus on continuous automation improvement and drive high quality delivery.

The successful candidate will have a strong interest in testing, automation, and solution delivery. The candidate will be a strong team player, ability to problem solve, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and have a drive to implement change,

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

Primary Responsibilities

Participate in sprint planning sessions reviewing use cases and providing automation solutions and estimates

Analyse product requirements and creation of manual/automation test coverage

Execution, troubleshooting and maintenance of existing automation test suites

Reporting product issues, bug analysis and complete investigation to resolution

Contribute ideas/solutions for continuous improvement of the automation framework

Test Environment configuration for automation execution – including data management

Work as part of scrum team and contribute ideas and improvements.

Analyse, communicate and report test findings

Work closely with the scrum teams and product owners to provide excellent testing coverage

Work as part of the automation team to ensure consistent standards and audit standards are maintained

Minimum qualifications

Computer Science Degree or equivalent with C#/Java coding skills

Experience automating frontend and API

Experience testing web and mobile applications

Experience using test automation tools such as Selenium, SpecFlow, Azure Pipelines

Experience using test case management & defect tracking tools

Experience working within an Agile/Scrum environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High level of attention to detail and strong aptitude for learning new technologies

Nice to Haves

Experience working within a CSV/CSA environment

Experience with automation reporting tools

What We Offer You

At Kneat, we truly value ideas and collaboration so we’ve created an environment that builds, protects and celebrates teamwork. Our strong culture is central to our continued success.

We offer programs and rewards that one would expect from a highly successful and growing technology company:

A fantastic culture, team, energy, and a high-growth successful company

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Health benefits

Training & professional development

We invite interested applicants to share their resume and cover letter.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the aforementioned duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Kneat is an equal opportunity employer.