QA Automation Tester

Penn National Insurance - Harrisburg, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Harrisburg, PA

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About the position

The QA Automation Tester is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing end-to-end testing plans using quality processes, tools, and methodologies. This role involves troubleshooting, debugging, maintaining, and refining applications through automated testing to ensure high-quality software delivery. The tester will collaborate with developers and other QA testers throughout the software development lifecycle, enhancing applications to improve performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using various tools such as Selenium, TAC, Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit, NUnit.
• Document test cases, procedures, and results thoroughly to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure reproducibility.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into appropriate testing environments.
• Collaborate with developers and other QA testers to ensure software quality throughout the development lifecycle.
• Interact with clients to clarify business requirements and develop test cases.
• Perform various types of testing including smoke, functional, regression, black box, integration, and more.
• Execute back-end verification on SQL databases by crafting SQL queries to validate UI content against requirements.
• Conduct cross-browser compatibility testing on Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer using Selenium Grid.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues and provide root cause analysis.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance existing automation frameworks and testing processes to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in development, software testing, and/or test automation.
• Proficient in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, etc.
• Hands-on experience with various automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit, NUnit.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and scripting languages (e.g. Java, .Net, Python).
• Proficiency with Integrated Development Environments such as Eclipse, Visual Studio, Lazarus, and IntelliJ IDEA.
• Hands-on experience with Rest API testing and familiar with API tools.
• Knowledge of agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Knowledge of software quality assurance principles and practices.

Nice-to-haves

• CTSe, CTFL, OCJP, AWS, CCNA, MCSD, or comparable certifications preferred.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits

• Generous 401k match
• Graded profit sharing
• Recognition programs
• Incentive compensation
• Remote access
• Flex-scheduling
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities